Using computer tools to help employees with chronic knee pain stay active
Official title: Computer-guided Action Planning to Support Physical Activity (CAPPA) for Employees with Chronic Knee Symptoms
Funded at Marquette University · NIH-10756512 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a helpful tool that uses technology to create personalized activity plans for people with knee pain from osteoarthritis, making it easier for them to stay active and feel better while working.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Marquette University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project start | December 21, 2022 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $258,880 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AR081007-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10756512 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are working adults aged 45 and older who experience chronic knee symptoms related to knee osteoarthritis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have chronic knee symptoms or are not in the working age group may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a computer-guided action planning tool to assist employees suffering from chronic knee symptoms due to knee osteoarthritis. The approach aims to encourage regular physical activity, which is crucial for managing pain and maintaining independence. By utilizing technology, the project seeks to create personalized plans that motivate individuals to engage in physical activity, thereby improving their overall health and productivity at work. The study will involve participants tracking their activity levels and receiving feedback to enhance their engagement.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for patients by helping them manage their knee pain and maintain an active lifestyle.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that technology-assisted interventions, like Fitbit tracking, can improve physical activity levels in some individuals with chronic knee symptoms, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Marquette University
Milwaukee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pinto, Daniel — Marquette University
- Study coordinator: Pinto, Daniel
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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.