Self-management program for hand osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a self-management program to help improve symptoms and outcomes for people with hand osteoarthritis. The program covers exercises, lifestyle changes, and other strategies you can use at home.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with hand osteoarthritis by a doctor using standard criteria.
- You have hand pain that is at least 40 out of 100 on a pain scale in the last 2 weeks.
- You do not have other types of arthritis, like rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis.
- You have not had steroid medication (other than creams or inhalers) in the last 6 months.
- You are able to give your consent to take part.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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