Home-Based Exercise and Weight Management for Knee Arthritis
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Knee Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic joint pain. Although clinical guidelines recommend weight loss and regular physical activity as first line treatments this can be difficult for patients to do. This study aims to better understand what makes it harder or easier for patients to participate in weight management or exercise programs and to design a weight and exercise program specifically tailored to older adults managing chronic health issues.
Based on input from patients and providers we will design and pilot a virtual exercise and weight management program to help patients with knee osteoarthritis in their home. Participants will be asked to fill out questionnaires about their knee pain and have phone or video check-ins with the study team to monitor progress.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for older adults who have knee osteoarthritis and other ongoing health conditions. Participants should be able to take part in a home-based program and communicate by phone or video.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Home-based exercise and weight management program
Trial Overview
The study is testing a virtual, at-home exercise and weight management program designed for older adults with knee arthritis and multiple health issues. Progress will be tracked through questionnaires and remote check-ins.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
The foundation of the program will be based on current activity as well as weight guidelines and recommendations; adjustments will be made to maximize facilitators and minimize barriers identified in previous studies.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Collaborator
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