Telehealth Intervention for Osteoarthritis
(MIRROR_14 Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new telehealth platform called mCare, part of the mCare PTOA Intervention, to assist individuals in managing osteoarthritis, particularly after surgery for a torn ACL, a major knee injury. Participants will use an app that provides information and strategies for joint health, weight management, and physical activity. The researchers aim to determine if this app improves participants' readiness and ability to manage their arthritis and knee health. It is suitable for current or former U.S. Military Academy cadets or service members who have undergone ACL surgery and have access to a smartphone or tablet. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance post-surgery recovery and arthritis management.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that this telehealth intervention is safe for osteoarthritis patients?
A previous study found the mCare PTOA Intervention to be a well-tolerated method for managing joint health and osteoarthritis. This program includes educational lessons delivered through a secure app on a mobile device, providing information on joint health, self-care, weight management, and physical activity.
Research has shown that educational and self-care strategies, like those in the mCare PTOA app, are generally safe. They aim to improve understanding and readiness to manage osteoarthritis without causing harm. No specific reports of negative effects have emerged from using the mCare PTOA platform. Since this is not a medication or surgical treatment, the risk of side effects remains low.
Overall, the mCare PTOA Intervention appears safe for individuals seeking to better manage their osteoarthritis.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Unlike the standard of care for osteoarthritis, which typically involves medications, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery, the mCare PTOA intervention is delivered through a mobile app. This app offers a set of five interactive modules that educate users about joint health, provide self-management and weight management strategies, recommend physical activities, and offer occupational management tips. Researchers are excited about this approach because it empowers patients to manage their condition actively and conveniently from their mobile devices, potentially improving adherence and outcomes without the need for frequent doctor visits.
What evidence suggests that the mCare PTOA Intervention is effective for managing osteoarthritis?
Studies have shown that online programs can help reduce pain and improve movement in people with osteoarthritis. Research indicates that programs focusing on self-care, exercise, and weight management effectively manage knee osteoarthritis. In this trial, participants in the intervention arm will receive the mCare PTOA Intervention, which includes these strategies. Early results suggest that digital health tools can enhance understanding of joint health and improve osteoarthritis symptom management. By providing interactive educational content, the mCare platform aims to empower individuals to take control of their condition.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Kenneth L Cameron, PhD
Principal Investigator
Keller Army Community Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with knee-related health issues such as osteoarthritis or knee injuries. Participants should be interested in managing their condition and able to use telehealth technology. Specific eligibility details are not provided, but typically include age range, overall health status, and the severity of knee conditions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants in the intervention group use the mCare PTOA application, which includes modules on joint health, self-management, weight management, physical activity, and occupational strategies.
Control
Participants in the control group receive standard care treatment and complete online surveys.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in knee function, readiness to manage arthritis, physical activity, and OA knowledge at 6 and 12 months post-intervention.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- mCare PTOA Intervention
Trial Overview
The study is testing a telehealth intervention called mCare PTOA Intervention aimed at improving patients' ability to manage osteoarthritis and enhancing patient-reported outcomes. It's a randomized controlled trial comparing an intervention group with a control group on various measures including knee status, readiness to manage arthritis, activity level, and knowledge about post-traumatic osteoarthritis.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
The participants randomized to the intervention arm will be assigned to the mCare PTOA application, which consists of five modules that include basic information on joint health following injury, self-management strategies, weight management strategies, physical activity recommendations, and occupational management strategies to optimize joint health. These modules are delivered through the mCARE platform to a secure application on the participant's mobile device, provide interactive educational content on PTOA risk factors and strategies to mitigate those factors.
The participants randomized to the control arm will receive standard care treatment but will not be exposed to the intervention. In addition to the baseline data collection they will complete online surveys at 6±2 weeks (Post-intervention), 6±1 month, and 12±2 months post study enrollment.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Keller Army Community Hospital
Lead Sponsor
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Collaborator
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Collaborator
Citations
A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial - PMC - PubMed Central
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An evidence review on acute knee injury interventional studies to prevent PTOA was presented to the group, alongside overviews of challenges in this area.
Outcomes associated with early post-traumatic ...
This study provides preliminary evidence that youth/young adults following sport-related knee injury report more symptoms and poorer function.
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