Purpose of this Study
This study includes one virtual information session, some online questionnaires, five in person visits, and a twelve week exercise program that is supervised from home. All in person visits will happen at the Duke Center for Living in Durham. The exercise program includes both aerobic exercise and strength training. Each week there will be Zoom exercise classes led by a study staff member, along with workouts you complete on your own using materials the study provides.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
People may join this study if they are 18 years or older and were diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis within the past six months. They cannot have any other inflammatory diseases. They also need to have internet access so they can join the exercise classes online.
Age Range
18-110
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
This study wants to find out if it is possible to run an exercise program at home for people who have early rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers also want to collect information that will help them plan a bigger study in the future.
Locations
Other
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Compensation
Yes
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
Targeted Remotely-delivered Anti-inflammatory Interventions
with Exercise for Rheumatoid Arthritis
with Exercise for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Principal Investigator
Brian
Andonian
Protocol Number
PRO00117047
NCT ID
NCT06841562
Phase
Pilot
Enrollment Status
Open to Enrollment