- While exploring methods for improving the quality of life (QoL) among patients with COPD, a study from the Annals of the American Thoracic Society found that remote patient monitoring (RPM) and health coaching are effective treatment options.
Among patients with COPD, quality of life is an essential factor to consider, as it often determines the extent of healthcare use and survival rates.
To determine the effectiveness of RPM in treating those with COPD, researchers gathered 375 patients between the ages of 60 and 78 to participate in a 12-week trial. All patients received care through either an RPM system, including health coaching (intervention group) or a standard care method (control group).