Creating a center to improve arthritis management and support.
Establishing a Collaborating Center for OACareTools PLUS (OACareTools Primary care-Led Usability & Scalability Study) and a Coordinating Center for an Arthritis Management & Wellbeing Research Network
This study is all about helping people with arthritis, especially those who might not get the best care, by finding better ways for patients to take charge of their health and work with their doctors on things like exercise and weight management.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11047294 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a center focused on enhancing the management of arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, through better patient engagement and self-management strategies. It will develop a framework to improve healthcare provider referrals and patient participation in evidence-based interventions, such as physical activity and weight management. The project specifically addresses the needs of underrepresented populations who face greater challenges in arthritis care. By fostering collaboration within a research network, the initiative seeks to create practical solutions for improving arthritis management.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults suffering from arthritis, particularly those from underrepresented populations such as Blacks, Latinos, and rural residents.
Not a fit: Patients with arthritis who are already receiving adequate management and support may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved arthritis management and better quality of life for patients through enhanced self-management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving patient engagement in self-management strategies for chronic diseases, indicating potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ammerman, Alice S — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Ammerman, Alice S
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.