Can a smartphone exercise program tame Hard-to-Control asthma?
NCT ID NCT06651385
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether a remote digital exercise program (Vitala app) is feasible and helpful for adults with obesity and poorly controlled asthma. Twenty participants received a tailored exercise prescription and were encouraged to complete 150 minutes of activity per week for 12 weeks. The study measured how many people stuck with the program and whether their asthma control improved.
What this could mean
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Active substance
remote digital therapeutic exercise program (Vitala app)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a convenient, home-based exercise program to help people with obesity and asthma better manage their symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (20 people) with no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. The program's success depends on participants sticking with it, and it may not improve asthma control for everyone.
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Locations
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University of Vermont Medical Center
Burlington, Vermont, 05401, United States