Personalized lifestyle intervention for people with rheumatoid arthritis

Examining the Effects of Person-centered Lifestyle Intervention in Individuals With Rheumatoid Arthritis: a Randomized Controlled Trial

NA · Hacettepe University · NCT05759585

This study is testing a personalized lifestyle program to see if it helps people with rheumatoid arthritis feel better and improve their daily lives.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorHacettepe University (other)
Locations1 site (Mani̇sa)
Trial IDNCT05759585 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study examines the effects of a person-centered lifestyle intervention on individuals diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It aims to improve occupational performance, general health status, and quality of life by encouraging lifestyle changes that address both physical and emotional health. The intervention is designed for individuals aged 18-65 with low to moderate disease activity and focuses on holistic management of RA symptoms. The study seeks to fill a gap in research regarding lifestyle interventions specifically tailored for RA patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18-65 diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis who have low to moderate disease activity and are willing to engage in lifestyle changes.

Not a fit: Patients with other musculoskeletal or neurological diseases, or those who are pregnant, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the quality of life and health outcomes for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on lifestyle interventions for RA, existing literature suggests that lifestyle changes can effectively manage symptoms of chronic diseases.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Being diagnosed with RA between the ages of 18-65 and meeting the ACR/EULAR diagnostic criteria
* Patients with low to moderate disease activity (DAS28 ≤5.1)
* No pharmacological treatment changes for RA in the last 3 months
* Have not had any surgery in the last 6 months
* Understand and cooperate with testing guidelines
* to be literate

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having any musculoskeletal disease, neurological disease, and/or visual and auditory impairment other than RA
* Pregnancy

Where this trial is running

Mani̇sa

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Inflammatory Arthritis

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.