Can an online course keep arthritis patients working?
NCT ID NCT01852851
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests an online program designed to help people with inflammatory arthritis remain employed. The program includes eLearning modules, group video sessions, and consultations with an occupational therapist and vocational counselor. About 528 participants from three Canadian provinces will be randomly assigned to the program or to receive printed educational materials. The study will track work productivity and job loss over five years.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Online eLearning program with group sessions and consultations
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could help people with inflammatory arthritis keep their jobs longer and reduce work-related disability.
- What could go wrong
- This is a behavioral intervention, not a medical treatment. Results depend on participant engagement and may not apply to all work situations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Arthritis Research Centre
Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C7, Canada
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