Clinical Trial

The BASIC-S Feasibility Study for Vascular Risk Reduction

Study acronym: BASIC-S
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Summary
Vascular risk factors drive stroke, heart disease, and dementia, but translating lifestyle guidelines into routine clinical care remains challenging. To address this, we developed the BASIC-S framework, targeting Blood pressure, Activity, Sleep, Interaction (socially), Consumption (nutrition), and Support using partner support and motivational interviewing. This individual-focused approach bypasses the logistical and financial barriers of complex clinical interventions by using sustained behavioral science to support gradual lifestyle changes. This study is a single-center, mixed-methods, cluster-randomized pilot trial evaluating the feasibility of the BASIC-S protocol in an occupational setting. A maximum of 60 households (120 participants) will be randomized 1:1 to either the BASIC-S intervention (motivational coaching, secure video check-ins, automated text messages, and a digital workbook) or standard care. Outcomes will assess feasibility, acceptability, and the validity of new tracking metrics to inform a future full-scale trial.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07755631
Lead Sponsor Andrew Appleton
Collaborators: Academic Medical Organization of Southwestern Ontario
Conditions Hypertension (HTN), Vascular Diseases, Stroke, Dementia, Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Cognitive Decline
Enrollment 120 participants
Start Date 2026-10-01
Primary Completion 2027-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-10-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-08-10