Digital exercise program for patients with spondyloarthritis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates a 6-month randomized controlled exercise intervention for patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). Participants will be assigned to either a digital exercise program delivered via the SPARK application, which includes high intensity interval training and personalized remote follow-up, or to usual care. The primary goal is to assess the impact of this tailored exercise program on disease activity, measured by the ankylosing spondylitis disease activity score (ASDAS), at the 3-month mark. The program aims to empower patients through knowledge videos and structured exercise sessions to improve their overall health and well-being.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* axSpA diagnosis within the last two years by a rheumatologist according to the ASAS criteria of 2009
* active disease (ASDAS \> 1.3)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Active uveitis.
* CRP \> 30.
* Former or current use of bDMARDs.
* Pregnancy or planned pregnancy within 6 months from inclusion.
* Absolute and relative contradictions to high intensity exercise according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
* Other serious disease such as cancer.
* Patients incapable to follow the protocol or the control set-up with remote monitoring.

Where it's running

• Diakonhjemmet hospital
  Oslo, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sella A Provan, Professor
• Email: SellaProvan@gmail.com
• Phone: 4791582581

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.