Fitbit and coaching may help HIV patients cut back on heavy drinking

NCT ID NCT05505942

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Boston University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a home-based physical activity program, using a Fitbit and coaching sessions, can help people with HIV who drink heavily increase their daily steps and reduce their alcohol intake. The trial involves 222 participants in the U.S. who are low-active and drink above healthy limits. Half receive coaching plus a Fitbit, the other half just a Fitbit, and progress is tracked at 3 and 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: lifestyle physical activity sessions and a Fitbit
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, home-based way to help people with HIV who drink heavily become more active and reduce their drinking.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 222 participants, and the results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is behavioral, so success depends on individual motivation and adherence.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse HIV infectious disease Sedentary Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HIV PHYSICAL INACTIVITY UNHEALTHY ALCOHOL USE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Boston University, Department of Medicine, remote research

Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States

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