Program to improve daily living for people with hand osteoarthritis
Feasibility of a Cross-sectorial Management Program in Hand Osteoarthritis
This study is testing a new program to see if it can help people with hand osteoarthritis improve their daily activities and overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 105 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Parker Research Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Frederiksberg, Region Hovedstaden) |
| Trial ID | NCT06254105 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the feasibility of the HANDY program, a cross-sectorial management initiative designed to support individuals with hand osteoarthritis (HOA) through evidence-based occupational therapy. The program includes a needs evaluation and a group-based therapy approach, developed in collaboration with general practitioners, occupational therapists, and patients. By focusing on improving activities of daily living (ADL), the HANDY program aims to enhance the quality of life for those affected by HOA. The development process was guided by stakeholder involvement and best practices in the field.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who have been diagnosed with hand osteoarthritis and are motivated to participate in a group program aimed at improving their daily living skills.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have hand osteoarthritis or those who are not interested in participating in a group therapy program may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the ability of patients with hand osteoarthritis to perform daily activities, enhancing their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the HANDY program is a novel approach, similar interventions focusing on occupational therapy for osteoarthritis have shown promise in improving patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: People diagnosed with hand OA, \> 18 years and motivated to participate in a group program focusing on improvement in ADL task performance General practitioners (GPs) working in a clinic with agreement with the Danish health insurance receiving patients with all kinds of everyday symptoms and illnesses, who express interest in contributing to development and evaluation of a program for people with hand OA. Occupational therapists (OTs) working with community-based rehabilitation and with six months of community-based working experience
Where this trial is running
Frederiksberg, Region Hovedstaden
- Parker Institute — Frederiksberg, Region Hovedstaden, Denmark (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eva Elisabet Ejlersen Wæhrens, PhD — Parker Institute, Copenhagen University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ulla Andersen, MScOT
- Email: ulla.andersen.03@regionh.dk
- Phone: +4520286578
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.