Testing the effectiveness of physical activity advice delivered via text messaging vs. human phone advisors in a Latino population: The On The Move randomized controlled trial design and methods

Physical inactivity is a key risk factor for a range of chronic diseases and conditions, yet, approximately 50% of U.S. adults fall below recommended levels of regular aerobic physical activity (PA). This is particularly true for ethnic minority populations such as Latino adults for whom few culturally adapted programs have been developed and tested. Text messaging (SMS) represents a convenient and accessible communication channel for delivering targeted PA information and support, but has not been rigorously evaluated against standard telehealth advising programs.

Source: Contemporary Clinical Trials - July 9, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Abby C. King, Ines Campero, Jylana L. Sheats, Cynthia M. Castro Sweet, Patricia Rodriguez Espinosa, Dulce Garcia, Michelle Hauser, Monica Done, Michelle L. Patel, Nina M. Parikh, Cecilia Corral, David K. Ahn Source Type: research