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NCT00615082 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Balance Study Balancing Life and Reducing Stress For Those Providing Elder Care
A NA study, sponsored by HealthPartners Institute.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 78
- Enrollment target
NCT00615082: Completed NA study, sponsored by HealthPartners Institute.
NCT00615082 is a NA study that has completed, run by HealthPartners Institute. The registered enrollment target is 78 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (94% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT00615082, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by HealthPartners Institute.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 78 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The primary goals of this exploratory/developmental (R21) study are to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a MBSR intervention for caregivers of patients with dementia, and to estimate the effectiveness of program outcomes on standardized measures of perceived stress, psychological distress and caregiver burden. We will randomize 60 caregivers 1:1 to participate in: 1.) an intervention arm consisting of a MBSR program that includes 8 weeks of group instruction in mindfulness meditation techniques followed by home practice, or 2.) an active control arm consisting of a standard 8 week Community Caregiver Education and Support (CESS) program.
Primary Outcome
participants will complete surveys and consent to a blood draw at baseline, post intervention, and 6 months. They will complete a daily health behaviors calendar, and a subset will track their daily blood pressure.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
- BEHAVIORAL Caregiver Education & Social Support
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 78 participants |
| Start Date | 2007-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2011-03 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT00615082 record still lists
NCT00615082 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 78 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (94% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is the first listed.
NCT00615082 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00615082 about?
NCT00615082 is a clinical study titled "The Balance Study Balancing Life and Reducing Stress For Those Providing Elder Care". The primary goals of this exploratory/developmental (R21) study are to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a MBSR intervention for caregivers of patients with dementia, and to estimate the effectiveness of program outcomes on standardized measures of perceived stress, psychological distres...
What is the current status of trial NCT00615082?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 78 participants. The study started on 2007-02. Estimated completion is 2011-03.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00615082?
The interventions under investigation include: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (BEHAVIORAL), Caregiver Education & Social Support (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00615082?
This trial is sponsored by HealthPartners Institute, which has 146 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT00615082's enrollment target sits among peer trials
78 1060th of 2000 higher than 939 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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