Health coaching may empower dialysis patients to take control of their own care
NCT ID NCT07685626
First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a structured health coaching program can help people on maintenance hemodialysis better manage their own health. Participants receive one-on-one coaching during dialysis sessions plus follow-up support through a messaging app. The goal is to improve self-management skills, disease knowledge, and treatment adherence. The study involves 60 adults with end-stage kidney disease who have been on dialysis for at least three months.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- health coaching
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help dialysis patients take better care of themselves and improve their quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The coaching program requires active participation, and benefits may vary.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University
Hefei, Anhui, 230601, China
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