Can an app help people with chronic illnesses live healthier?
NCT ID NCT07172490
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested a 9-month program using the APA-FIT app to help 520 adults with chronic conditions improve their physical activity, diet, and mental health. Participants received personalized exercise plans, nutrition guidance, and mental health support. The study compared those using the app to a control group to see if the program led to better lifestyle habits and reduced cardiovascular risk.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
APA-FIT interdisciplinary program (app-based lifestyle intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a practical, app-based way to help people with chronic conditions improve their diet, exercise habits, and mental well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet reported. The intervention is complex and may not work for everyone. Lifestyle changes can be hard to maintain long-term.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
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Locations
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Agrupació Europea de Cooperació Territorial
Puigcerdà, Girona, 17520, Spain