Randomised controlled pilot trial of the EndoSMS supportive text message intervention for individuals with endometriosis: Feasibility and acceptability results

IF 3.5 2区医学 Q2 PSYCHIATRY

Journal of Psychosomatic Research Pub Date : 2024-09-12 DOI:10.1016/j.jpsychores.2024.111929

Kerry A. Sherman , Melissa J. Pehlivan , Chantelle Pereira , Alex Hawkey , Anna C. Singleton , Julie Redfern , Mike Armour , Tanya Duckworth , Donna Ciccia , Blake Dear , Michael Cooper

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Abstract

Objective

Diminished quality of life, inadequate support and social isolation are commonly experienced by individuals living with the chronic pain condition, endometriosis. We aimed to determine the feasibility and acceptability of EndoSMS, a psychologically-focused text message intervention designed to support individuals living with endometriosis.

Methods

As part of a two-arm parallel pilot randomised controlled trial with waitlist control, the feasibility and acceptability of a brief (3-month) version of EndoSMS was assessed using a mixed methods approach. Feasibility data (uptake, attrition, text message delivery analytics) and user acceptability (via self-report survey items and written feedback) were assessed. Qualitative data were thematically analysed using the template approach. Primary trial outcomes are not reported in this paper.

Results

Feasibility was indicated by: high conversion rate (99.1 %), low attrition (14.2 %), few opt-outs (0.02 %) and a high message delivery rate (99.8 %). Most intervention participants indicated user acceptability (mean = 4.02/5) across self-report questions. Most rated the length of the program (65.5 %), and the number (80.9 %) and language (94.5 %) of the text messages to be ‘just right’. Thematic analysis created four themes: A shared “battle”: Feeling less isolated and alone; “Be kind to yourself”: A focus on self-care, self-compassion and active coping; Keeping endometriosis at the forefront: Helpful or stressful?; Mixed perceptions surrounding the provision of general endometriosis information; and, Tailoring of text messages.

Conclusion

EndoSMS supportive text message program was feasible and acceptable for individuals with endometriosis. Future developments of the program should consider greater tailoring of content to user needs.

Trial Registration: Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12621001642875).

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针对子宫内膜异位症患者的 EndoSMS 支持性短信干预随机对照试验：可行性和可接受性结果

目的患有慢性疼痛--子宫内膜异位症的患者通常会经历生活质量下降、支持不足和社会隔离等问题。我们旨在确定EndoSMS的可行性和可接受性，这是一种以心理为重点的短信干预措施，旨在为子宫内膜异位症患者提供支持。方法作为双臂平行试验随机对照试验的一部分，我们采用混合方法评估了简短版（3个月）EndoSMS的可行性和可接受性。对可行性数据（接受率、流失率、短信发送分析）和用户接受度（通过自我报告调查项目和书面反馈）进行了评估。采用模板法对定性数据进行了专题分析。本文未报告主要试验结果。结果可行性表现在：转换率高（99.1%）、流失率低（14.2%）、退出率低（0.02%）和短信发送率高（99.8%）。大多数干预参与者在自我报告问题中表示用户可接受（平均 = 4.02/5）。大多数人认为计划的长度（65.5%）、短信的数量（80.9%）和语言（94.5%）"恰到好处"。专题分析产生了四个主题：共同的 "战斗"：感觉不再孤立和孤单；"善待自己"：结论EndoSMS 支持性短信项目对于子宫内膜异位症患者来说是可行的，也是可以接受的。该项目在未来的发展中应考虑根据用户需求进一步调整内容：试验注册：澳大利亚-新西兰临床试验注册中心（ACTRN12621001642875）。

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Journal of Psychosomatic Research 医学-精神病学

CiteScore

7.40

自引率

6.40%

发文量

314

审稿时长

6.2 weeks

期刊介绍： The Journal of Psychosomatic Research is a multidisciplinary research journal covering all aspects of the relationships between psychology and medicine. The scope is broad and ranges from basic human biological and psychological research to evaluations of treatment and services. Papers will normally be concerned with illness or patients rather than studies of healthy populations. Studies concerning special populations, such as the elderly and children and adolescents, are welcome. In addition to peer-reviewed original papers, the journal publishes editorials, reviews, and other papers related to the journal''s aims.