Positive Minds, Strong Joints for Knee Osteoarthritis
(PMSJ Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The aim of this research study is to test the feasibility of a physical and mental health intervention (Positive Minds, Strong Joints or PMSJ) for Black adults with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Research Team

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for Black adults over 50 with knee osteoarthritis, living in specific Boston neighborhoods, and receiving care at BMC or a CHC. Participants must have moderate to severe knee pain, a BMI ≤ 40 kg/m2, and show signs of depression or anxiety. They need to be available for the study duration and intervention sessions, and speak English well enough to understand the procedures.

Inclusion Criteria

I live in Dorchester, Roxbury, Hyde Park, or Mattapan in Boston.

I can speak and understand English well enough to follow study instructions.

I identify as Black or African American.

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Positive Minds, Strong Joints (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe 'Positive Minds Strong Joints' program combines physical and mental health strategies specifically designed for Black adults with knee osteoarthritis. The study tests how feasible this approach is by monitoring participants' adherence and response to the intervention.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Positive Minds Strong JointsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will receive an individual mental health intervention through a zoom video-call once a week for 10 weeks and a community-based group exercise intervention once a week for 10 weeks.