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Conditions
Interventions
The internet program ‘artroseinbeweging.nl’ is developed on basis of literature on self-management programs, physical activity interventions and internet interventions. Also, experts on these fields h
Sponsors
NIVEL
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Patient did not receive a treatment from medical caregivers, such as medical specialist and physiotherapist, for their OA in the last years. Exceptions are consults with GP and medical treatment; 2. Age between 50 and 70 years; 3. Patient has self-reported osteoarthritis of hip or knee.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Other pathology explaining their complaints; 2. Contra-indication for physical activity; 3. No accessibility of internet; 4. Inability to understand the Dutch language. Patients will be asked about their comorbidities in relation to performing physical activity by using the PAR-Q (The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire) (Cardinal et al, 1996). In case they have a potential contraindication for physical activity (e.g. cardiovascular disorder, diabetes), they are advised to consult their GP about their participation of the internet program.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. The amount of physical activity (SQUASH); 2. Physical function (HOOS/KOOS); 3. Self perceived change. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Pain (VAS); 2. Self-efficacy (Dutch self-efficacy scale); 3. Depression (HADS); 4. Use of care. | — |
Contacts
Public ContactC. Veenhof
P.O. Box 1568
Outcome results
None listed