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Ecological Momentary Assessment and Physical Activity in Patients With Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases

NCT07167784 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 50

Last updated 2026-04-22

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

Chronic inflammatory rheumatic diseases (IRDs), such as rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis, can cause pain, fatigue, and mobility issues, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Physical activity is an important part of managing these conditions, as it helps reduce pain, maintain mobility, and prevent complications. However, many patients struggle to stay active due to pain and fatigue. A better understanding of these challenges could lead to improved support and interventions.

This study explores a new way to monitor the daily experiences of patients with IRDs using Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), a method that collects real-time data through a mobile app. The study will also use actimeters-wearable devices that track physical activity. Over 14 days, participants will answer short surveys on their phones and wear an actimeter to provide insights into how fatigue, pain, mood, and physical activity levels change throughout the day.

Before this approach is implemented in a larger study, its practicality and acceptability for patients must be evaluated. This pilot study will assess whether participants find the mobile app and actimeter easy to use, how often surveys are completed, and whether frequent reminders affect participants' willingness to continue. The study will also examine the immediate and delayed effects of different symptoms on physical activity and explore factors that influence participant engagement with the protocol.

By identifying potential barriers and solutions, this research will help refine future studies and improve methods for monitoring and supporting individuals with IRDs in staying active while managing symptoms.

Conditions

  • Spondyloarthritis (SpA)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis & Other Inflammatory Polyarthropathies

Interventions

OTHER

Ecological Momentary Assessment

Participants will be complete four daily EMA surveys via the Avicenna Research app (morning, 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and evening). Participants will be instructed to complete and submit each survey as soon as they see the app notification. If no response is provided within 15 minutes, a reminder notification will be sent. At the end of the 14-day period, devices will be returned using a prepaid envelope provided by the study team and participants will complete an end-of-study questionnaire to assess the acceptability of the study and will be invited to participate in a debriefing interview with a member of the research team.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University Hospital, Grenoble

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-11-24
Primary Completion
2026-04-03
Completion
2026-04-03

Countries

  • France

Study Locations

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