Telehealth Intervention for Smoking

This trial tests two telehealth programs, Smoking and Health Telehealth Intervention 1 and Smoking and Health Telehealth Intervention 2, to assist people who smoke and have chronic pain. Researchers aim to determine if these programs can be easily delivered online and if participants find them beneficial. Participants will try one of the online programs and complete surveys before and after the session. This study suits adults who smoke daily, experience moderate to severe chronic pain, and are not currently trying to quit smoking. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could enhance telehealth support for individuals with chronic pain.

Research has shown that telehealth programs to help people quit smoking are generally well-received. One study found that many participants successfully quit smoking through a telehealth program, indicating it is a practical and safe approach. Another study with 554 smokers also reported successful quitting rates using telehealth, with no major safety concerns.

Researchers are excited about the Telehealth Interventions for Smoking because these approaches leverage technology to provide support and guidance remotely, which is a departure from traditional in-person counseling or medication-based treatments like nicotine replacement therapies or prescription medications such as Chantix. By utilizing telehealth, these interventions aim to make smoking cessation support more accessible and convenient, especially for individuals who might have barriers to attending in-person sessions. Additionally, the use of telehealth can offer personalized strategies and real-time feedback, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of smoking cessation efforts.

Research has shown that telehealth programs can effectively help people quit smoking. In this trial, participants will join one of two telehealth interventions: Smoking and Health Intervention 1 or Smoking and Health Intervention 2. One study found that telehealth programs helped participants remain smoke-free. Another analysis discovered that online methods can double the success rate compared to traditional approaches. Approaches using websites and text messages also showed good results, with more people quitting smoking. Additionally, a telemedicine study reported that many participants quit smoking after several sessions. These findings suggest that telehealth tools hold promise for helping smokers quit.²⁶⁷⁸⁹