Web-Based Intervention for COPD

Overseen By Rachel Johnson, PhD, LCSW

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Disqualifiers: Conflicting research study

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

60 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Tiered whole health support for people living with COPD?

Research shows that web-based support for self-management strategies can improve the quality of life for people with COPD by helping them manage their symptoms better and stay more active. These digital tools make it easier for patients to access care and support, which can lead to better health outcomes. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is the web-based intervention for COPD safe for humans?

The research does not provide specific safety data for the web-based intervention for COPD, but it involves monitoring and self-management support, which are generally considered safe approaches. ^{1 3 6 7 8}

How is the web-based intervention for COPD different from other treatments?

This web-based intervention for COPD is unique because it uses online tools to help patients manage their condition, improve their quality of life, and increase physical activity. Unlike traditional treatments that may require in-person visits, this approach allows patients to access support and self-management strategies from home, making it more convenient and accessible. ^{1 3 5 6 7}

What is the purpose of this trial?

Narrative-based tiered asynchronous psychosocial and behavioral whole health support for people adjusting to living with COPD. The intervention is administered by experienced LCSWs under the PI's supervision.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants would need a confirmed diagnosis of COPD and be stable enough to engage in the intervention.

Inclusion Criteria

Has access to the internet once per week

I have COPD and am a patient at ECHCS VA or University of Colorado Pulmonology.

Exclusion Criteria

Not in a conflicting research study

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Participants engage in a web-based, tiered intervention for whole health support, including health navigation education, behavior coaching, and mental health support.

3 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in depression and anxiety using PHQ9 and GAD7, as well as respiratory distress using SGRQ.

3 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Tiered whole health support for people living with COPD

Trial Overview The study is testing a web-based whole health support system designed for people with COPD. It's narrative-based, tiered, and offers psychosocial and behavioral support by licensed clinical social workers under supervision.

Participant Groups

Group I: Participant led tiered intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants living with COPD will navigate to the website and choose the tiered intervention that fits their needs. The first tier is information about COPD only. Second tier is reflective writing prompts for illness narrative generation and the third tier is asynchronous mental health support from a licensed clinical social worker.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Colorado, Denver

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1,842

Recruited

3,028,000+

Findings from Research

The COLIBRI-COPD web portal has successfully collected comprehensive data from 1079 COPD patients, highlighting significant variability in patient characteristics and treatment responses even among those with the same GOLD stage of the disease.

The high data quality and completeness suggest that this real-life data collection method can provide valuable longitudinal insights into COPD management, influenced by the usability of the web tool and self-assessment features for practitioners.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

[COLIBRI: Improving clinical practice and producing relevant scientific data]. Kelkel, E., Herengt, F., Ben Saidane, H., et al.[2022]

References

1. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Web-based support for self-management strategies versus usual care for people with COPD in primary healthcare: a protocol for a randomised, 12-month, parallel-group pragmatic trial. [2022]

2. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Systematic review of the effectiveness of community-based self-management interventions among primary care COPD patients. [2023]

3. Canada pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Self-Management Support Using a Digital Health System Compared With Usual Care for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Randomized Controlled Trial. [2022]

4. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Internet-based support for self-management strategies for people with COPD-protocol for a controlled pragmatic pilot trial of effectiveness and a process evaluation in primary healthcare. [2023]

5. Switzerland pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Efficacy of Web-Based Supportive Interventions in Quality of Life in COPD Patients, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [2021]

6. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Effectiveness of internet-based self-management interventions on pulmonary function in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. [2023]

7. France pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

[COLIBRI: Improving clinical practice and producing relevant scientific data]. [2022]

8. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Protocol for a feasibility randomized trial of self-management support for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease using lay health coaches. [2022]