CompletedNot Applicable

Self-Directed Exercise Program for Adults With Arthritis

United States401 participantsStarted 2009-09

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness and safety of a self-directed physical activity program relative to a self-directed dietary program in adults with arthritis. A process evaluation will also be conducted to examine program reach, participation/dose, fidelity, and participant compatibility/satisfaction.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion Criteria: * Self-reported, health care provider-diagnosed arthritis (CDC definition) * 18+ years of age * Self-reported symptoms of joint pain, stiffness, tenderness, decreased range of motion, redness and warmth, deformity, crackling or grating, or fatigue * Able to read and write in English Exclusion Criteria: * Another member of household is participating in study * Plans to move from the Columbia, SC area in the next 9 months * Unable to walk longer than 3 minutes without taking a rest * Unable to stand without assistance for more than 2 minutes * Cannot sit in a chair without arms for more than 5 minutes * Measured resting blood pressure \>160/100 * Positive response to PAR-Q question(s) * Had a fall in the past year that required medical assistance * Pregnant or breastfeeding * Uses insulin to manage diabetes * Participating in another research study that includes an intervention or drug * Participates in 3+ days of structured moderate-intensity exercise for 30+ minutes per day * Participates in 2+ days of strength building exercises for 20+ minutes per day

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.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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

Symptoms of arthritis

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Lower body strength

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Functional exercise capacity

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Flexibility

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Physical activity

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Arthritis management self-efficacy

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01172327

SponsorUniversity of South Carolina

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2012-07

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.