Studies in Development

OPTImISE Study

OsteoPorosis Tailored digital Intervention for Improving SElf-management  

This study aims to co-design and develop a digital health tool with and for people who have osteoporosis to help them manage their condition.

STATUS: January  2022 - Stage 1 application submitted. Awaiting decision. Funding applied for from National Institute of Health Research (Research for Patient Benefit award)

aMIgO Full Trial

Peer Mentorship to Improve self-management of Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial

This study is designed to build on the success of the aMIgO Feasibility Trial (June 2017- May 2020) and aims to find out if a peer mentorship programme for people with osteoarthritis helps improve their symptoms
and well-being.

STATUS: March 2021 - Funding applied for from National Institute of Health Research (Research for Patient Benefit award). Funding supported by Versus Arthritis

STATUS: August 2021 - Funding bid unsuccessful with this funding body. Alternative funding submission planned for Spring 2022.