Lifestyle Intervention for Veterans With Blood Cancer: Tele-Intervention

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Background. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a telehealth-mediated lifestyle intervention program tailored for veterans with blood cancer, focusing on improving health-related quality of life, mental health, and pain outcomes. The hypothesis posits that the telehealth-delivered program will lead to significant improvements in these areas, specifically targeting veterans undergoing treatment or in post-treatment phases. Objective. Recognizing the unique experiences of veterans, especially those in rural or underserved regions, this study seeks to provide insights into the feasibility and impact of telehealth-based lifestyle interventions for this distinct population. Methods. The pilot trial will enroll 30 veterans from the H. John Heinz III VA. Participants will complete baseline web-based surveys assessing demographics, occupational performance, and telehealth preparedness. The intervention comprises progressive resistance and aerobic exercises delivered via telehealth by a health coach, starting with a live supervised session followed by regular remote sessions. Each participant will engage in exercise sessions coordinated through the Veteran's Video Connect (VVC) application, with ongoing communication facilitated via email. This setup allows the health coach to adjust exercise intensity based on real-time symptom feedback. To address potential technology literacy biases, the VVCMatch assessment will categorize veterans as technology prepared or in need of additional education. Those requiring support will receive guidance on using the VVC app before starting the intervention. Additionally, participants will receive dietary consultations from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, independent of the research team. Outcome measures include assessments of symptoms, fatigue, function, mental health, and pain, along with evaluations of the intervention's usability through surveys on perceived usefulness and ease of use. These assessments aim to detect meaningful changes and ensure the intervention's effectiveness and acceptability among veterans.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:

• Living with blood cancer

• Physically willing and able to perform 30-90 minutes of exercise a minimum of 2 times per week

Locations
United States
Pennsylvania
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
RECRUITING
Pittsburgh
Contact Information
Primary
Julie Faieta
Julie.Faieta@va.gov
84128221682
Time Frame
Start Date: 2015-04-03
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-05-31
Participants
Target number of participants: 30
Treatments
Experimental: Intervention Group
All veterans in the intervention group (e.g., total N) will engage in 12 week telehealth mediated exercise intervention. Veterans will also have the opportunity to undergo a centralized dietary consultation and recommendations (by a Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) member).
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Collaborators: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

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