Low-impact exercise program for joint pain relief
Official title: Outcomes of Low-Impact Group Exercise Program for People With Ankle, Knee, and/or Hip Pain
Run by University of Missouri-Columbia · NCT03711773 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if joining low-impact exercise classes can help people with knee, hip, and ankle pain from osteoarthritis feel better and move easier.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Missouri-Columbia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbia, Missouri) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 1, 2018 |
| Main results expected | January 1, 2030 |
| Study ends | January 1, 2030 |
| Registry record updated | February 2, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT03711773 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over with knee, hip, or ankle pain who can commit to attending classes regularly.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are pregnant or incarcerated will not benefit from this study.
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 the effects of low-impact group exercise classes on pain levels in patients suffering from knee, hip, and ankle pain, specifically those with osteoarthritis. Participants will engage in these exercise classes three times a week for six months, alongside standard care interventions including dietitian consultations and behavioral health support. The goal is to assess improvements in pain and function for individuals who may not have previously engaged in conservative treatment options. The study aims to provide a comprehensive approach to managing osteoarthritis pain through physical activity and supportive care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce pain and improve function for patients with osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes for similar low-impact exercise interventions in managing osteoarthritis pain.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 and over * Ability to attend classes 3x weekly for 6 months with at least a 66% attendance rate * Ability to concurrently attend standard of care dietitian and behavioral health classes for 6 months * Joint pain (knee, ankle, hip) Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant * Prisoners
Where it's running
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Missouri Orthopaedic Institute
Columbia, Missouri, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kylee Rucinski
- Email: rucinskik@health.missouri.edu
- Phone: 573-884-6216
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.