Can a Mind-Body program ease knee pain and lift mood?
NCT ID NCT06493903
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a 10-week program called Positive Minds, Strong Joints is feasible for Black adults aged 50 and older with knee osteoarthritis. The program combines recommended exercise with mental health strategies to address pain, depression, and anxiety. Researchers will measure recruitment, attendance, and satisfaction to see if a larger trial is worth pursuing.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Positive Minds, Strong Joints (PMSJ) – a 10-week behavioral program combining exercise with mental health support for pain, depression, and anxiety.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could offer a culturally tailored way to help Black adults with knee osteoarthritis manage pain and improve emotional well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study, so it may not prove the program works. Results depend on recruitment and participation, and the program may not suit everyone.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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