Healthy lifestyle for rheumatoid arthritis

About this research

We are seeking volunteers to participate in research focused on how healthy lifestyle changes can benefit people living with rheumatoid arthritis.

Who can participate

You may be eligible to participate if you are:

  • diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) within last 24 months
  • currently on medication for your RA
  • motivated to make positive lifestyle changes
  • able to attend assessments at the Princess Alexandra Hospital.

What's involved

You will be:

  • asked to attend 6-monthly visits at Princess Alexandra Hospital (total 4 visits)
  • placed in either:
    • Program A: receive a mix of in-person (on-site) and online (remote) training over 20 weeks, or
    • Program B: receive written and verbal information to help you improve your physical health, mental wellness and eating habits.

Benefits of participating

Participants will receive:

  • access to expert guidance in exercise, diet and mental health strategies
  • the opportunity to participate in ground-breaking research
  • improved tools to help manage their RA.

How to participate

If you meet the eligibility criteria and you're interested in participating, email fi.thomasresearch@uq.edu.au.

Ethics, data collection and privacy

This study has been approved by The University of Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee [Approval No.2025/HE000486].

Contact

If you have any questions email the Thomas Group research team fi.thomasresearch@uq.edu.au.