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The Beat Pain Better Trial
Sponsor: University of Utah
Summary
The Beat Pain Better study examines strategies to increase the reach of evidence-based interventions for persons with osteoarthritis (OA) in communities that experience disparities. The study is a hybrid type 3 effectiveness-imple-mentation trial using sequential, multiple assignment, ran¬domi¬zation to evaluate 1) two text mes¬saging strat¬egies to reach persons with OA and enroll them in physical activity counseling provided by physical therapists; and 2) two strat¬egies to engage enrolled persons in the Walk with Ease (WWE) intervention for sustained self-management.
Official title: Mountain West Arthritis Secondary Prevention Program - The Beat Pain Better Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
45 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
346
Start Date
2025-05-28
Completion Date
2028-03-31
Last Updated
2026-01-29
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Text Messaging
Weekly SMS messages sent to potential participants to inform them of the opportunity to participate in PA counseling for their arthritis. instructions also provided on how to request a referral.
Motivational Messaging
The use of short motivational messages along with text messages inviting persons to participate in PA counseling. The messages are intended to enhance the motivation to participate in PA counseling.
Physical Activity Counseling and Self-Directed Walk with Ease
All persons consenting to PA counseling receive 6 weekly sessions provided in-person or remote with 2-way video or audio commu¬nication. All participants receive education to address negative psy-chological appraisals of OA, reassur¬ance that PA is safe and beneficial, and a PA program primarily focused on walk¬ing, although additional activities may be included. Additional components include exercises tai¬lored to the partici¬pant's needs and coping strategies such as mindful breathing to help manage stress.
Enhanced Walk with Ease
Along with the portal registration participants in the Enhanced WWE group are also offered the opportunity to participate in virtual group WWE classes offered on a rolling basis in either English or Spanish.
Locations (3)
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Association for Utah Community Health
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Vamos Health
West Valley City, Utah, United States