A program to help people with osteoarthritis improve their physical activity and quality of life.
The Mountain West Arthritis Secondary Prevention Program
This study is designed to help people with osteoarthritis, especially those from minority groups or low-income areas, get active and manage their condition better by connecting them with helpful resources and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11047460 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on helping individuals with osteoarthritis (OA), particularly those from racial/ethnic minority groups and low-income or rural communities, to engage in physical activity and manage their condition effectively. It aims to connect participants with evidence-based interventions that promote physical activity and self-management strategies. The program will utilize a hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial to assess how well these interventions work in real-world settings, ensuring that they reach those who need them most. By increasing access to counseling and community resources, the program seeks to improve the overall quality of life for those affected by OA.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are adults diagnosed with osteoarthritis, especially those from underserved racial/ethnic backgrounds or living in rural areas.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have osteoarthritis or those who are not interested in increasing their physical activity may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals with osteoarthritis by increasing their physical activity levels and reducing activity limitations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar community-based interventions for osteoarthritis, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fritz, Julie M — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Fritz, Julie M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.