NCT06879457 mHealth Person-centred Self-care Support for Homebound Older Adults: A Hybrid Effectiveness-implementation Study
| NCT ID | NCT06879457 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
| Condition | Mobile Health |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 130 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-03-10 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 130 participants in total. It began in 2025-03-10 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.
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Brief Summary
The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the mobile health (mHealth)-assisted, person-centred care (PCC) self-care support programme for homebound older adults. The researcher will compare PCC approach to a conventional care provider-led model. Participants (n = 130) will receive the intervention of six bi-weekly WhatsApp video call sessions over three months with nurse case managers (NCMs).
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60 years or older; * Unable to leave home more than twice per week due to physical or functional health problems; * Own and have basic proficiency in using a smartphone; * Speak Cantonese; * Indicate sufficient cognitive ability; and * Be moderately frail or below. Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to hear, see, or communicate effectively; * Be completely bed-bound; or * Reside in an area without stable internet coverage.
Contact & Investigator
Prof. Arkers Wong
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06879457 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 60 Years or older, studying Mobile Health. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06879457 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06879457 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at arkers.wong@polyu.edu.hk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06879457 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06879457 clinical trial?
NCT06879457 is sponsored by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The principal investigator is Prof. Arkers Wong at School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The trial plans to enroll 130 participants.