Walk With Ease Program For Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Walk With Ease Program For Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of "Walk With Ease", a moderate-intensity exercise program, on pain, stiffness, and fatigue caused by lupus. Participants will receive a copy of the "Walk With Ease" workbook. The book provides guidance about walking safety as well as how to start, build-up, and maintain a walking program. Participants will complete questionnaires assessing their symptoms before and after completing the six-week program.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of "Walk With Ease", a moderate-intensity exercise program, on pain, stiffness, and fatigue caused by lupus. Participants will receive a copy of the "Walk With Ease" workbook, a publication of the Arthritis Foundation. Participants will complete self-reported outcomes questionnaires prior to beginning the program and six weeks later at completion of the program. The questionnaires will include visual analog scales for pain, stiffness, and fatigue as well as a FACIT-Fatigue form. Participants will also complete a satisfaction survey at the end of the program.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Physician diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus
• Age >/= 18

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age <18
• Engagement in >150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity at baseline
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI) score >8
• Pregnancy