My Lung Health Coach for COPD
(MLHC Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to evaluate how effectively a virtual program, called My Lung Health Coach, assists individuals in managing COPD, a lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Participants will engage in one-on-one sessions with a Certified Respiratory Educator over 12 weeks, covering topics such as medication use, physical activity, and symptom management. They will also use a companion app that connects to their health records. The trial suits those diagnosed with COPD, particularly if they have experienced a flare-up in the past year and are current or former smokers. As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to explore innovative methods for managing COPD symptoms and enhancing quality of life.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on education and self-management support for COPD.
What prior data suggests that this program is safe for COPD patients?
Research shows that My Lung Health Coach (MLHC) is a safe option for people with COPD, a lung disease that makes breathing difficult. The program is online and includes one-on-one sessions with a certified expert. Without involving medication, it presents a lower risk of side effects.
Studies have found that health coaching like MLHC can improve quality of life and help people manage COPD more effectively. Its focus on education and self-management makes it generally well-received. No reports of negative effects have emerged, as it emphasizes learning and support rather than medical treatment.
Overall, MLHC is considered safe because it helps people understand and manage their condition through support and information.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
"My Lung Health Coach is unique because it offers a virtual COPD education and self-management program delivered by a Certified Respiratory Educator over 12 weeks, integrating seamlessly with the patient's digital health record through a companion app. Unlike traditional COPD treatments that often focus on medication and pulmonary rehabilitation, this approach empowers patients with knowledge and tools to manage their condition actively. Researchers are excited about this treatment because it combines personalized education with digital health technology, potentially improving patient engagement and outcomes in a convenient and accessible way."
What evidence suggests that My Lung Health Coach is effective for COPD?
Research has shown that health coaching can help people with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) manage their symptoms more effectively. In this trial, participants will use the My Lung Health Coach program, which studies have found can reduce hospital visits for COPD and improve quality of life. This program covers important topics such as quitting smoking, managing medications, and staying active. By assisting people in these areas, it may decrease the need for hospital visits. The program also includes a companion app that provides personalized support, making it a valuable tool for managing health.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Andrew Kouri, MD
Principal Investigator
Womens College Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Participants should be willing to engage in a virtual self-management program and use the companion app integrated into their electronic patient records. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants would need to have a confirmed diagnosis of COPD.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in the My Lung Health Coach (MLHC) virtual COPD education and self-management support program delivered over 12 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, with outcomes collected at program completion and at 6-month follow-up
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- My Lung Health Coach
Trial Overview
The 'My Lung Health Coach' program is being tested. It's a 12-week virtual education and support course for COPD patients, delivered by Certified Respiratory Educators. The study includes an app that works with the patient's electronic health record to track progress.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Study Description: My Lung Health Coach (MLHC) is a virtual COPD education and self-management support program delivered by a Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE) over 12 weeks. The investigators have also developed a companion app to MLHC integrated into the electronic patient record that patients can access through their EPIC MyHealth app. This study will evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of MLHC and the companion app.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Women's College Hospital
Lead Sponsor
Citations
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