Improving physical activity after knee replacement surgery
Knee Arthroplasty Activity Trial (KArAT)
This study is looking at ways to help people who have had knee replacement surgery get moving more by using friendly phone coaching and some financial rewards to encourage them to stay active during their recovery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913533 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance physical activity levels in patients who have undergone total knee replacement (TKR) for knee osteoarthritis. It focuses on using behavioral strategies, including telephonic active coaching and financial incentives, to motivate patients to engage in sustained physical activity during their recovery. By addressing both psychological and economic factors, the study aims to help patients overcome barriers to exercise and improve their overall health outcomes post-surgery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who are scheduled to undergo total knee replacement surgery due to symptomatic knee osteoarthritis.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing knee replacement surgery or those with conditions that prevent them from participating in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical activity levels and better recovery outcomes for patients after knee replacement surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral interventions can effectively increase physical activity levels in various patient populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Losina, Elena — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Losina, Elena
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.