Examining the effects of different exercise levels on arthritis symptoms

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 study investigates how varying levels of physical activity (45, 90, or 150 minutes per week) impact symptoms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, and osteoarthritis. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the three activity goals and will receive a comprehensive 6-month program that includes the Arthritis Foundation's Walk With Ease Guidebook, behavioral lessons, a Fitbit for tracking, and monthly coaching calls. Additional support through calls, texts, or emails will be provided to help participants meet their goals.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years or older
* Have a doctor diagnosed form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia
* Ability to read and write in English

Exclusion Criteria:

* Have any contraindications to exercise (besides arthritis)
* Engage in \>45 min/week of Actigraph assessed moderate to vigorous intensity activity
* Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant in the next year
* Are planning to relocate out of the Columbia, SC area in the next 12 months,
* Do not have a device compatible with Fitbit
* Have uncontrolled hypertension (e.g., systolic blood pressure \> 160 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure \> 100 mmHg)
* Plan to have a surgery that affects mobility in the next 12 months
* Have a serious cognitive impairment.
* Not willing to be randomized to any of the 3 conditions, do not believe they could adhere to the goals, or do not believe they could achieve the highest dose of activity (150 minutes/week).

Where it's running

• University of South Carolina
  Columbia, South Carolina, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Christine Pellegrini, PhD — University of South Carolina
• Study coordinator: Ellen Wingard
• Email: EWINGARD@mailbox.sc.edu
• Phone: 803-777-1889

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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.