Efficacy of Structured Progressive Training Exercise on Muscle Strength of Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 入组人数
- 118
- 主要终点
- Change in Muscle Strength from Baseline to 6 Weeks
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to find out if a specific exercise program helps patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). RA is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes pain, weakness, and reduced function in the joints and muscles. While medication is common, exercise is also important for management.
The study will test a program called "Progressive Resistance Training." About 118 adult patients with RA at AL-Najaf Teaching Hospital will participate. They will be divided into two groups. One group will perform specific resistance exercises for six weeks, while the other group will continue their usual care without this specific training.
The researchers will measure muscle strength, cardiovascular function, and energy levels before and after the six-week program. The goal is to determine if this exercise improves muscle strength and helps patients perform daily activities more efficiently. The study hopes to show that resistance training is a safe and effective way to improve quality of life for people with RA.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Non Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Supportive Care
- 盲法
- Single (Participant)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis according to American College of Rheumatology criteria Age 18-65 years Both genders eligible Disease duration of at least 6 months Stable medication regimen for at least 3 months before study Mild to moderate disease activity Able to walk independently with or without assistive devices Willing and able to provide informed consent Agree to participate in the exercise program for 6 weeks Attending AL-Najaf Teaching Hospital for RA management
排除标准
- •Severe cardiovascular disease (unstable angina, recent MI, severe heart failure) Other inflammatory arthritis (psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus) Recent joint surgery or fracture within the past 6 months Severe osteoporosis with fracture risk Pregnancy Severe cognitive impairment preventing participation Uncontrolled hypertension (BP >180/110 mmHg) Active infection or fever at baseline Severe joint damage preventing exercise participation Participation in another exercise program during the study period Neuromuscular disorders affecting muscle function
结局指标
主要结局
Change in Muscle Strength from Baseline to 6 Weeks
时间窗: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention
Muscle strength will be measured using manual muscle testing or dynamometer for upper and lower extremities
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Mohammed Hakim Shamran Al-Hchaim
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Kufa University