Can a smartwatch and coaching help paraplegics cut heart disease risk?
NCT ID NCT06957483
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests an 8-week program called REACH-SCI designed to help people with spinal cord injury (paraplegia) reduce the time they spend sitting. The program includes a wearable activity tracker, education, goal setting, one-on-one coaching, a peer support chat, and exercise tools. Researchers will measure whether the program is acceptable, safe, and effective at improving heart health markers and quality of life in 20 participants.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- REACH-SCI (behavioral intervention: wearable activity tracker, education, goal setting, motivational support, peer support, and activity tools)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could offer a safe, acceptable way to reduce heart disease risk and improve well-being in people with spinal cord injury.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study (20 people) with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. The program may not reduce sedentary behavior enough to improve health markers.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brunel University of London
Uxbridge, London, UB8 3PH, United Kingdom
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