Can a coach help heart failure patients manage pain? small study tests new approach
NCT ID NCT06270875
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program called ADAPT HF, which uses a lay coach or self-guided materials to help Black adults with advanced heart failure manage pain. Ten participants completed weekly sessions covering pain education, relaxation, social support, and coping. The goal was to see if the program was feasible and acceptable, not yet to prove it works.
What this could mean
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Active substance
palliative care coaching program (ADAPT HF)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, non-drug way to manage pain and improve quality of life for people with advanced heart failure.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (10 participants) focused on feasibility, not effectiveness. The results may not apply to a broader population.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States