Helping adults with rheumatoid arthritis maintain their daily activities
Helping Adults with RA PREVAIL: Developing a model to Preserve Valued Activities In Life
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10874654
This study is testing a new approach called PREVAIL to help adults with rheumatoid arthritis get the right physical therapy and exercise support early on, so they can keep doing the activities they love and stay active for longer.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10874654 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a model called PREVAIL that integrates rehabilitation into the routine care of adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It focuses on early identification of functional decline to ensure timely referrals to physical therapy and exercise programs tailored to individual needs. By screening for disability levels during regular check-ups, the model seeks to provide specific recommendations for physical therapy and exercise, ultimately helping patients maintain their valued activities in life. The pilot testing of this model will assess its effectiveness in preserving function and delaying disability in adults with RA.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.
Not a fit: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who are already receiving adequate rehabilitation services or those with severe, irreversible disabilities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for patients with rheumatoid arthritis by helping them maintain their independence and daily activities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating rehabilitation into routine care can lead to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: THOMA, LOUISE M. — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: THOMA, LOUISE 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.
Conditions: Autoimmune Diseases