Dose Response of Exercise for Arthritis Management
Examination of the Dose Response Relationship Between Physical Activity and Arthritis-Attributable Outcomes
University of South Carolina
285 participants
Mar 28, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The purpose of the study is to see examine the effects of 3 different levels of physical activity (45 minutes/week, 90 minutes/week, or 150 minutes/week) on arthritis symptoms.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- years or older
- Have a doctor diagnosed form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia
- Ability to read and write in English
Exclusion Criteria9
- Have any contraindications to exercise (besides arthritis)
- Engage in ≥30 min/week of Actigraph assessed MVPA
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant in the next year
- Are planning to relocate out of the Columbia, SC area in the next 12 months,
- Do not have a device compatible with Fitbit
- Have uncontrolled hypertension (e.g., systolic blood pressure \> 160 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure \> 100 mmHg)
- Plan to have a surgery that affects mobility in the next 12 months
- Have a serious cognitive impairment.
- Not willing to be randomized to any of the 3 conditions, do not believe they could adhere to the goals, or do not believe they could achieve the highest dose of activity (150 minutes/week).
Interventions
6-month physical activity program (Dose Response of Exercise for Arthritis Management (DREAM)) which includes monthly phone coaching, Walk With Ease Guidebook, behavioral lessons, and a Fitbit. Participants may receive additional contact (email, text, or phone) if they struggle to meet activity goal.
Locations(1)
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NCT06880653