RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06783101

Using a Smart Inhaler to Support Asthma Management in Adolescents With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial: Utilizing a Digital Inhaler to Support Asthma Management in Adolescents With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities


Sponsor

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Aug 13, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Correct use of daily medications containing inhaled corticosteroids is key for asthma control, yet children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face additional barriers to proper inhaler use. Smart inhalers, a novel technology that provides guidance and immediate feedback on inhaler use techniques, have been shown to enhance correct medication administration in the typically developing pediatric population, but their effectiveness has not been evaluated on the pediatric IDD population. This study aims to investigate whether daily application of smart inhalers (1) is feasible and acceptable in the IDD population, (2) improves the rate of correct medication administration, and (3) results in improvement in lung function. This effort aims to promote better asthma management in the IDD population.


Eligibility

Min Age: 10 YearsMax Age: 17 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a smart inhaler device can help teenagers with intellectual disability or autism better manage their moderate-to-severe asthma. The smart inhaler tracks when and how the inhaler is used, helping parents and doctors ensure medications are taken correctly. **You may be eligible if...** - Your child is between 10 and 17 years old - They have a diagnosis of mild-to-moderate intellectual disability or a developmental disability (including autism) - They have moderate-to-severe asthma - They use one of the compatible metered-dose inhalers listed in the study - A parent or guardian is available and willing to participate alongside the adolescent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your child is currently enrolled in another study using a digital inhaler - Your child does not use a compatible inhaler device Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALUse of smart inhaler to enhance asthma inhaler proficiency

The application of the smart inhaler technology to enhance asthma inhaler proficiency


Locations(1)

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Los Angeles, California, United States

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