Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)NCT07353034
Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management
An observational study of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), run by Medical University of South Carolina at 1 site in United States.
Trial summary
This observational study aims to examine how different types of functional social support (emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction) predict self-management capacity among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 40 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- How many people
- 89 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited States
- Study dates
- 26 Sep 2025to 20 Jul 2026
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 40 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Participants must be English-speaking and have internet access to complete an online survey and, if selected, participate in a qualitative interview. Recruitment will occur through the Medical University of South Carolina health system and COPD Foundation online platforms.
Who may be able to join
- Age ≥40
- Self-reported COPD diagnosis or treatment
- English-speaking
- Internet access
Who cannot join
- History of psychosis or severe mental illness
- Ongoing substance abuse
- Other chronic respiratory conditions (e.g., lung cancer, asthma)
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
United States1 site
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, 29425
About this study
Official title: Examining the Role of Functional Social Support Subtypes for Self-Management Capacity Among Individuals With COPD
This observational study aims to examine how different types of functional social support (emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction) predict self-management capacity among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes a quantitative cross-sectional survey and qualitative semi-structured interviews (N=20) to explore barriers and facilitators to adequate social support. Findings will inform the development of targeted self-management interventions for COPD patients.
- Keywords
- Social Support, Self-Management Capacity, Chronic Disease Management, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Support
- Medical subject headings
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| COPD Adults (≥40 years) | Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). All participants will complete an online survey; a subset will participate in qualitative interviews. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Self-management capacity
Measured using the Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRQ) - Mastery domain; score range 1-7, where higher scores indicate greater perceived control over COPD symptoms.
Measured: At enrollment (single time point)
Secondary outcomes (3)
Functional social support subdomains
Measured using Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS); subscale scores for emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction.
Measured: At enrollment
Structural social support
Measured using Social Support Questionnaire - Short Form (SSQ-6).
Measured: At enrollment
Symptom severity
Measured using COPD Assessment Test (CAT).
Measured: At enrollment
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted20 Jan 2026
- Study start26 Sep 2025
- Primary completion17 Apr 2026
- Study completion20 Jul 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Studies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 89 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Emily Morgan, BSN, RN, CEN, Principal investigator, Medical University of South Carolina
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07353034
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Pro00145926
- Status last verified
- Aug 2026
- First submitted
- 13 Jan 2026
- Last updated
- 27 Aug 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: De-identified aggregate data may be shared through publications and presentations; individual participant data will not be shared.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 Aug 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Examining the Role of Functional Social Support Subtypes for Self-Management Capacity Among Individuals With COPD
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07353034
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Pro00145926
- Keywords
- Social Support, Self-Management Capacity, Chronic Disease Management, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Support
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 89 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Medical University of South CarolinaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 26 Sep 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 17 Apr 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 20 Jul 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 20 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This observational study aims to examine how different types of functional social support (emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction) predict self-management capacity among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes a quantitative cross-sectional survey and qualitative semi-structured interviews (N=20) to explore barriers and facilitators to adequate social support. Findings will inform the development of targeted self-management interventions for COPD patients.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| COPD Adults (≥40 years) | – | –Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). All participants will complete an online survey; a subset will participate in qualitative interviews. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 40 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Participants must be English-speaking and have internet access to complete an online survey and, if selected, participate in a qualitative interview. Recruitment will occur through the Medical University of South Carolina health system and COPD Foundation online platforms.
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Age ≥40
- Self-reported COPD diagnosis or treatment
- English-speaking
- Internet access
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- History of psychosis or severe mental illness
- Ongoing substance abuse
- Other chronic respiratory conditions (e.g., lung cancer, asthma)
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Primary outcome
Self-management capacity
Time frame: At enrollment (single time point)
Measured using the Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRQ) - Mastery domain; score range 1-7, where higher scores indicate greater perceived control over COPD symptoms.
3 secondary outcomes
Functional social support subdomains
Time frame: At enrollment
Structural social support
Time frame: At enrollment
Symptom severity
Time frame: At enrollment
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 27 Aug 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. De-identified aggregate data may be shared through publications and presentations; individual participant data will not be shared.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Emily Morgan, BSN, RN, CEN principal investigator
Medical University of South Carolina
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), run by Medical University of South Carolina at 1 site in United States.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Aug 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Self-management capacity (time frame: At enrollment (single time point)). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 27 Aug 2026; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 30 Oct 2026.