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New treatment option for Spondyloarthritis
Official title A Digital Exercise Intervention in Patients With Spondyloarthritis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06462937
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This protocol describes a 6-month randomised, controlled exercise trial in patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) with re-randomization after 3-months. The primary outcome of the trial (disease activity) will be evaluated at 3-months.
- Time commitment: about 2 years
- 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 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- axSpA diagnosis within the last two years by a rheumatologist according to the ASAS criteria of 2009
- active disease (ASDAS \> 1.3)
You likely can't join if
- Active uveitis.
- CRP \> 30.
- Former or current use of bDMARDs.
- Pregnancy or planned pregnancy within 6 months from inclusion.
- Absolute and relative contradictions to high intensity exercise according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- Other serious disease such as cancer.
See the full eligibility criteria
- axSpA diagnosis within the last two years by a rheumatologist according to the ASAS criteria of 2009
- active disease (ASDAS \> 1.3)
- Active uveitis.
- CRP \> 30.
- Former or current use of bDMARDs.
- Pregnancy or planned pregnancy within 6 months from inclusion.
- Absolute and relative contradictions to high intensity exercise according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- Other serious disease such as cancer.
- Patients incapable to follow the protocol or the control set-up with remote monitoring.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Oslo, Norway
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 2 years per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Oslo, Norway. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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