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The Osteoarthritis Prevention Study (TOPS)

Study Leader

Stephen Messier, PhD


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    About This Study

    Exercise and diet have been shown to help with the treatment of osteoarthritis. The purpose of this study is to find out if exercise and diet prevents osteoarthritis.

    We are looking for volunteers who have a BMI of 30 or higher and have no knee pain or only have knee pain less than 15 days a month.

    What Activities Are a Part of this Study?

    • Informed Consent Review
    • Use of Study Health Plans
    • Review of Medical History
    • Physical Examinations
    • Study Visits and Consultations
    • Surveys/Questionnaires
    • Laboratory and Imaging Tests

    Age & Gender

    • 50 - 100 years old
    • Female at Birth

    Language

    • This study enrolls English speakers only

    Additional Study Information

    • Compensation Offered
    • No reimbursement offered

    Study Locations

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC

    Study Topics

    Arthritis, Lupus, and Autoimmune Disorders Weight, Metabolism, Nutrition

    Study Locations and Contacts

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC: Jovita Jolla jollajk@wfu.edu
    • Study Information
    • IRB Number: IRB00080136

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