FitBit and coaching app aim to ease CAR-T side effects in landmark trial

NCT ID NCT07186192

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a digital health program—including a FitBit, a mobile app, and nurse coaching—can help 190 people receiving CAR-T therapy and their family caregivers better manage symptoms and distress. Participants will use the tools for 90 days while reporting their symptoms and stress levels. The goal is to see if this approach improves quality of life and reduces the burden of treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: digital health intervention (educational coaching, FitBit, mobile app)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a practical way to reduce symptom burden and distress for people undergoing CAR-T therapy and their caregivers.
What could go wrong: This is a Phase 3 trial, but it tests a supportive intervention, not a cure. The benefits may be modest and depend on patient engagement with the app and coaching.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hematopoietic and lymphoid system neoplasm refractory hematologic cancer

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HEMATOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

City of Hope Medical Center
RECRUITING

Duarte, California, 91010, United States

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