Using Mediated Reality to Address Knee Pain and Enhance Exercise Engagement

PI: Zina Trost, PhD This pilot study aims to explore the mechanisms behind the effects of mediated reality on pain perception scores in those with knee pain. Additionally, the study seeks to test the feasibility, acceptability, safety, and preliminary outcomes of a mediated reality and exercise intervention in this population.
Contact
Ami Lisenbee; Phylicia Taylor

Overview

The study will proceed as follows: Baseline Testing Session: During this session (approximately 60 minutes), participants will complete questionnaires about their knee pain and its impact on function and psychological health. Participants will undergo the MeR-Ex intervention, consisting of 8 biweekly sessions over 4 weeks. Each session will involve education, determination of preferred visual morphological change, provision of MeR illusion, and a stationary bike task.

Inclusion criteria will include the following: a) Experience chronic knee pain and/or have knee osteoarthritis, b) Participants 18 years or older are eligible

Duration

One Month

Compensation

Up to $150

Location

Bryan-College Station – off-campus

IRB Info

IRB Number: STUDY2024-0630
IRB Approval Date: 10/03/2024