Virtual Care for Post-Intensive Care Syndrome

(VPICS Trial)

Recruiting at 1 trial location

Overseen By Julia Hajjar, MSc

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Hopital Montfort

Disqualifiers: Assisted living, End-stage illnesses, others

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

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 12

Duration: 12 months

30 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this interventional trial is to learn about whether a virtual clinic can help patients with post-intensive care unit syndrome regain functional ability. Participants will participate in a 12-month online clinic where they will receive physiotherapy, nutritional planning, mental health support and cognitive strengthening. Functional capacity will be measured throughout the clinic. After, they will be asked questions about their clinic experience, and complete a questionnaire.

Research Team

Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, MD

Principal Investigator

Hôpital Montfort

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 18 who were on a ventilator in the ICU for at least 48 hours and left the hospital within the last two months. It's not suitable for those with terminal illnesses, high fall risk, inability to consent, lack of digital skills or support, or if they can't communicate in English or French.

Inclusion Criteria

I am over 18 years old.

I was on a breathing machine in the ICU for at least 2 days.

I was discharged from the hospital within the last 2 months.

Exclusion Criteria

Do not have the technological skills or caregiver support to ensure digital literacy

Individuals originating from an assisted living/long-term care facility

I am unable to understand and make decisions about my medical care.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants participate in a 12-month online clinic receiving physiotherapy, nutritional planning, mental health support, and cognitive strengthening

12 months

Virtual sessions throughout the 12 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• VPICS Clinic

Trial Overview The study tests a virtual clinic program (VPICS Clinic) designed to help patients recovering from intensive care improve their physical function. Over 12 months online, participants get physiotherapy, nutrition plans, mental health support and brain exercises while tracking their progress.

Participant Groups

Group I: Treatment Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Clinic participation

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Hopital Montfort

Lead Sponsor

Trials

15

Recruited

5,000+

The Ottawa Hospital

Collaborator

Trials

97

Recruited

64,000+