Evaluation of the Walk With Ease Program Among People With Arthritis
Overview
- Phase
- Phase 3
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Arthritis
- Sponsor
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Enrollment
- 468
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Physical Activity Level
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 15 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The overall goal of this study is to determine the whether the Walk with Ease (WWE) program in its 2 version (group-assisted and self-directed) can increase physical activity and fitness levels among individuals (18 years and older) with arthritis over the long-term. Participants will be approximately 657 subjects from 20-24 rural and urban communities across North Carolina. It is expected that participants in the WWE program will have reduced pain, improved function and increased activity levels after participation in this 6-week program.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Self-reported, doctor-diagnosed arthritis
Exclusion Criteria
- •Non-English speaking
- •Severe impairment of physical or mental function
- •Co-existing condition for which exercise is contraindicated
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Physical Activity Level
Time Frame: 6 weeks
6-minute walk
Time Frame: 6 weeks
Walking behaviors
Time Frame: 6 weeks
Exercise self-efficacy
Time Frame: 6 weeks
Secondary Outcomes
- Health-related Quality of Life (SF36)
- Health Assessment Questionnaire
- Arthritis Symptoms
- Senior Fitness Test (function)