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This study aims to find out if a specific exercise program helps patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). RA is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes pain, weakness, and reduced function in the joints and muscles. While medication is common, exercise is also important for management.
The study will test a program called "Progressive Resistance Training." About 118 adult patients with RA at AL-Najaf Teaching Hospital will participate. They will be divided into two groups. One group will perform specific resistance exercises for six weeks, while the other group will continue their usual care without this specific training.
The researchers will measure muscle strength, cardiovascular function, and energy levels before and after the six-week program. The goal is to determine if this exercise improves muscle strength and helps patients perform daily activities more efficiently. The study hopes to show that resistance training is a safe and effective way to improve quality of life for people with RA.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progressive Resistance Training Group | Active Comparator | Participants in this group will receive a supervised Progressive Resistance Training (PRT) program for 6 weeks. The intervention includes:
The program is designed to improve muscle strength in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis while maintaining safety and avoiding disease exacerbation. |
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| Control Group - Standard Care | No Intervention |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progressive Resistance Training | Other | Progressive Resistance Training (PRT) program for patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. The intervention consists of supervised resistance exercises targeting major muscle groups of upper and lower extremities. Program Details:
Exercise Components:
Progression Method:
Supervision: Trained physical therapist/nurse supervision with regular monitoring of pain levels, fatigue, and joint swelling. The program is designed specifically for RA patients with mild to moderate |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change in Muscle Strength from Baseline to 6 Weeks | Muscle strength will be measured using manual muscle testing or dynamometer for upper and lower extremities | Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| Mohammed Hakim Shamran | Contact | +9647809417841 | muhammedh.alhjem@uokufa.edu.iq |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D001172 | Arthritis, Rheumatoid |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D001168 | Arthritis |
| D007592 | Joint Diseases |
| D009140 | Musculoskeletal Diseases |
| D012216 | Rheumatic Diseases |
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| D003240 |
| Connective Tissue Diseases |
| D017437 | Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases |
| D001327 | Autoimmune Diseases |
| D007154 | Immune System Diseases |