Status:
COMPLETED
Self-Directed Exercise Program for Adults With Arthritis
Lead Sponsor:
University of South Carolina
Collaborating Sponsors:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conditions:
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief 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 evalua...
Detailed Description
Physical activity is a critical component of arthritis disease management. It also reduces the risk for other chronic comorbid conditions in people with arthritis. Yet, most adults with arthritis are ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 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
- 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
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2009
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
July 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
401 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01172327
Start Date
September 1 2009
End Date
July 1 2012
Last Update
April 28 2021
Active Locations (1)
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University of South Carolina Prevention Research Center
Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29208