Improving physical activity and reducing arthritis pain in Latinos
Official title: Evaluating the essential components needed for a physical activity initiation and maintenance intervention to improve physical activity and arthritis pain and symptoms in Latinos with arthritis
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11004712 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve a fun walking program called Camine con Gusto for Latinos with arthritis, helping them get moving and feel better by figuring out the best ways to support them along the way.
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 start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $202,780 |
| NIH project number | 5R34AR083685-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004712 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino adults aged 21 and older who experience arthritis and are looking to improve their physical activity levels.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latino or those who do not have arthritis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing a physical activity program called Camine con Gusto (CCG) specifically for Latinos with arthritis. The program aims to help participants initiate and maintain physical activity, which is known to alleviate arthritis symptoms. By using a method called Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the research will identify the most effective components to include in the program, such as additional support and resources. Participants will engage in a community-based trial to test these enhancements and provide feedback on their experiences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical activity levels and reduced arthritis pain for Latino patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown positive outcomes with similar physical activity interventions tailored for Latino populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Callahan, Leigh Fleming — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Callahan, Leigh Fleming
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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.