Osteoarthritis, Knee study: Remote Incentive Program
Official title Rehabilitation for Arthritis of The Knee: mainTaining Improvement for Veterans
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06488144
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see whether adding game‑style incentives and a health coach can improve how well veterans follow exercise and stay active after knee therapy, and whether this reduces pain and improves function.
- Who it's for
- Veterans with osteoarthritis of the knee who have completed physical therapy.
- What's involved
- Participants will use a smartphone app and a wearable tracker. Some will get game‑based rewards and social encouragement, and some will also have a health coach. They will report pain and function through the app and attend a few clinic visits.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 2 years, with 5 in‑person visits and ongoing use of the app and tracker throughout that time.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 90
You may be able to join if
- Clinical diagnosis or chronic knee osteoarthritis.
- Age between 40-90 years
- Initiating physical therapy for KOA (has initial appointment within the next month or had first PT visit within the last 7 days)
- To be assigned by chance: PT feels that they are able to safely and reliably participate in ongoing exercise.
- To be assigned by chance: must have completed at least 4 virtual or in-person appointments with PT
You likely can't join if
- Lack of a smart phone allowing interaction with the WTH platform
- Inability to walk 2 blocks without assistance
- Poorly controlled crystalline arthritis or other diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis.
- Treating provider or LSI believes life-expectancy is \<1 year
- Based on LSI or treating provider discretion: exclusions may occur for severe heart failure, unstable angina, end stage renal disease, severe chronic...
- Severe pain in a non-knee area limiting daily function
See the full eligibility criteria
- Clinical diagnosis or chronic knee osteoarthritis.
- Age between 40-90 years
- Initiating physical therapy for KOA (has initial appointment within the next month or had first PT visit within the last 7 days)
- To be assigned by chance: PT feels that they are able to safely and reliably participate in ongoing exercise.
- To be assigned by chance: must have completed at least 4 virtual or in-person appointments with PT
- To be assigned by chance: must sync their Fitbit at least monthly.
- Lack of a smart phone allowing interaction with the WTH platform
- Inability to walk 2 blocks without assistance
- Poorly controlled crystalline arthritis or other diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis.
- Treating provider or LSI believes life-expectancy is \<1 year
- Based on LSI or treating provider discretion: exclusions may occur for severe heart failure, unstable angina, end stage renal disease, severe chronic obstructive or other pulmonary disease, or other chronic illness felt...
- Severe pain in a non-knee area limiting daily function
- Non-English speakers or poor reading ability limiting ability to interact with text messages.
- Pregnancy
- Receiving physical therapy outside of the VA.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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