Exercise for Arthritis
(DREAM Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byChristine Pellegrini, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of South Carolina

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of the study is to see examine the effects of 3 different levels of physical activity (45 minutes/week, 90 minutes/week, or 150 minutes/week) on arthritis symptoms.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals with various forms of arthritis or related conditions, such as Fibromyalgia, Lupus, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Participants should be able to perform physical activity and are looking to manage their symptoms through exercise.

Inclusion Criteria

I am 18 years old or older.

Ability to read and write in English

I have been diagnosed with arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia.

Exclusion Criteria

Have a serious cognitive impairment

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

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Participant Groups

The study is testing the 'DREAM Adaptive Intervention' which involves participants engaging in one of three different levels of physical activity: light (45 minutes/week), moderate (90 minutes/week), or vigorous (150 minutes/week) to see how it affects arthritis management.

3Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: 90 minutes/weekExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will be given a goal of 90 minutes/week of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity

Group II: 45 minutes/weekExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will be given a goal of 45 minutes/week of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity

Group III: 150 minutes/weekExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will be given a goal of 150 minutes/week of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity