Remote Monitoring with Health-Coaching for Multiple Myeloma
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, it mentions that participants should be on maintenance treatment with certain medications, so you may need to continue those.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment for Remote Monitoring with Health-Coaching for Multiple Myeloma?
Research shows that home-based exercise programs and eHealth interventions can be beneficial for multiple myeloma patients, as they offer flexibility and supervision, which are important for managing the side effects of the disease. Additionally, health coaching and web-based programs have been effective in improving physical activity and managing distress among cancer survivors, suggesting potential benefits for multiple myeloma patients as well.12345
Is the remote monitoring with health-coaching program safe for humans?
The studies reviewed suggest that remote health coaching and physical activity programs, including those using wearable technology and telehealth, have been safely implemented in various populations, such as cancer survivors and individuals with high body mass index, without significant safety concerns reported.678910
How is the remote monitoring with health-coaching treatment for multiple myeloma different from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines a home-based mindfulness physical activity program with remote monitoring and structured telephone-based health coaching, which is not commonly used in standard multiple myeloma treatments. It leverages technology to provide personalized support and guidance, potentially improving physical activity and overall well-being for patients in a convenient, home-based setting.58111213
What is the purpose of this trial?
This clinical trial tests the effectiveness of a home-based mindfulness physical activity program with remote monitoring combined with structured telephone-based health coaching to decrease fatigue and improve quality of life in older patients with multiple myeloma (MM). Studies have shown that MM patients have the highest symptom burden among all blood cancers, with older patients experiencing more symptoms and problems, such as fatigue and decreased quality of life, compared to younger patients. There is some data to support that physical activity may have beneficial effects on fatigue, physical function, and quality of life in older cancer patients. Studies have also shown that older patients prefer activities that are gentle, holistic, and home-based. Mindfulness-based interventions have been shown to have positive effects on sleep, depression, anxiety and cancer-related fatigue. Health coaching is a patient centered behavioral change intervention that is delivered by various healthcare professionals and involves goal-setting, self-discovery, and accountability. Health coaching interventions have been shown to increase physical activity levels and improve quality of life. A home-based mindfulness physical activity program with remote monitoring combined with structured telephone-based health coaching may decrease fatigue and improve the quality of life in older patients with MM.
Research Team
Shaji K. Kumar, M.D.
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for older patients (65+) with multiple myeloma who've had at least one prior treatment and are now on maintenance therapy. They should be able to perform daily activities with minimal assistance, have moderate or higher fatigue levels, and must be English-speaking. Patients already receiving care at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere can join.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in a home-based mindfulness physical activity program with remote monitoring and receive telephone health coaching for 12 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in fatigue and quality of life, including a qualitative interview at the end of the intervention
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Home-based mindfulness physical activity program with remote monitoring combined with structured telephone-based health coaching
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor