Texts and talks in the ER boost child car safety
NCT ID NCT04238247
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a program in the emergency department that uses counseling, a website, and text messages to help parents use the right car seats, booster seats, or seat belts for their children. Over 500 caregivers of children aged 6 months to 10 years took part. The goal was to see if the program helped children ride safely at 6 and 12 months later.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Behavioral intervention (counseling, website, text messages)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could help more parents use the correct car seats and boosters, reducing child injuries in car accidents.
- What could go wrong
- The study is completed but relied on caregiver reports, which may not be fully accurate. Results may not apply to all families or settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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