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PUSH ME (Primary Care USage of Health Promoting Messages): A Text Message-based Intervention for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in Primary Care Patients With Hypertension: a Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating SMS for Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk Factor. Completed, enrolled 59 participants across 3 sites.
Detailed Summary
The primary objective of the study is to examine the impact of lifestyle advices, administered through regularly sent SMS, on hypertension in a primary health care setting. The secondary objective is to evaluate changes in other cardiovascular risk factors and general health, e.g. tobacco use, obesity, blood lipids, blood glucose, self-rated health and health-related quality of life.
Study Details
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Interventions
The experimental treatment will consist of health promoting text messages addressing metabolic risk factors associated with cardiovascular disorders in patients with hypertension. Participants will receive four semi-personalized messages per week in addition to their usual care. The text messages will be developed to support healthy life style changes i.e. regarding general cardiovascular health, tobacco use, physical activity and diet.