A Short, Animated Storytelling Video to Increase Knowledge About Sodium Intake as a Cardiovascula… (NCT05735457) | Clinical Trial Compass
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A Short, Animated Storytelling Video to Increase Knowledge About Sodium Intake as a Cardiovascular Risk Factor
10,000 participantsStarted 2023-06-01
Plain-language summary
This study will evaluate the effect of a short, animated storytelling intervention video on sodium intake as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease on immediate and medium-term retention of knowledge about the risks of cardiovascular diesaes due to increased sodium intake. We will also measure voluntary engagement with the content of the short, animated storytelling intervention video on positive psychological capital.
In this 4-armed, parallel, randomized controlled trial, 10,000 adult, US participants will be randomly assigned to (1) a short, animated storytelling intervention video on sodium as a cardiovascular disease risk factor followed by surveys assessing the facts om sodium and cardiovascular disease conveyed in the video (2) the surveys only, (3) an attention placebo control video followed by the before mentioned surveys, and (4) an arm that is exposed to neither the video nor the surveys. Two weeks later, participants in all four arms will complete all of the surveys.
The primary outcome is knowledge about the cardiovascular disease risk associated with increased sodium intake (immediate and medium-term). The major scondary outcome is the extent of voluntary engagement with the short, animated storytelling video content.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 59 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Registration with the Prolific Academic platform
Exclusion Criteria:
* none
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This study is testing whether a short animated video can help people learn about how sodium in the diet affects heart health — given that I already have some cardiovascular risk factors, do you think my current knowledge about sodium intake is a gap worth addressing, and would something like this be relevant to my situation?
2The trial is measuring both an immediate effect right after watching the video and a medium-term effect later on — do you think a brief educational video alone would be enough to actually change my sodium habits, or would I need more structured support like a dietitian or a formal heart-healthy diet program?
3This study appears to be focused on education rather than a medical treatment, so it's listed as 'Phase NA' — does that mean there's no direct medical intervention or risk involved, and how would participating in something like this fit alongside my current treatment plan?
4The recruitment status for this trial is listed as unknown — do you know if this study is still actively enrolling, or whether there are similar education-based programs at our clinic or hospital that are already available to me?
5Since this trial is looking at sodium as a cardiovascular risk factor, can you tell me what my current sodium intake should be given my specific heart health situation, and whether there are evidence-based resources you'd recommend regardless of whether I pursue this particular study?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Immediate effect of the short, animated storytelling intervention video on knowledge about dietary sodium as a cardiovascular risk factor
Timeframe: immediately after watching the video
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Medium-term effect of the short, animated storytelling intervention video on knowledge about dietary sodium as a cardiovascular risk factor