None listed
Conditions
Brief summary
Proof of concept. We would like to explore the feasibility of implementing a build a self-sustaining walking group of similar people from the rheumatology outpatient clinic with musculoskeletal conditions living with chronic disease who are motivated to improve their lifestyle. In addition, to increase the physical activity levels & self-efficacy with exercise for rheumatology physiotherapy outpatients. We hypothesise that Joint Walkers will increases in walking activity, and Achievement of Performance of physical activity guidelines. We also hope to increase the patients self-efficacy with exercise & engage with others of similar health conditions in a supportive environment
Interventions
All patients will receive usual physiotherapy outpatient care.
While the experimental group will be enrolled into “Joint Walkers” an outdoor walking group, 1.25 hours twice a week with a physiotherapist for 3 months, some strength exercises (for example, upper and lower limb exercise with a TheraBand ) will be included.
Flat terrain, seated rests, at patients tolerance, with approximately up to 20 participants. Recording attendance and patient encouraged to self track distances (app/ manually).
Sponsors
Liverpool Hospital
Study design
Allocation
Randomised controlled trial
Intervention model
Other
Primary purpose
Treatment
Masking
Blinded (masking used) (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
• Over the age of 18 • Consulted Rheumatology Physiotherapy service at Liverpool Hospital • Independently mobile in the community • Medically cleared to attend Joint Walkers • Can communicate with staff in English or are able to bring a bilingual support person to their walking session (should they be allocated to this arm) • Have the cognitive capacity to give informed consent • Available twice a week to attend a walking group for 3 months
Exclusion criteria
• Unable to navigate the community independently • Unable to safely communicate with staff or bring a bilingual support person. • Unavailable to attend a walking group twice a week • Condition medically unstable • Condition with a prognosis of functionally deterioration over the next 3 months deeming patient unsafe to complete program • Lack capacity to provide consent
Outcome results
None listed