Fitness Integrative Training for Pediatric Rheumatology Disorders (FIT Teens II): a Pilot Feasibility Study
This study evaluates the feasibility of the Fitness Integrative Training program for Teens (FIT Teens 2), a combined cognitive behavioral therapy and neuromuscular exercise training program in patients with pediatric rheumatic diseases and/or joint hypermobility.
• Pediatric rheumatic diseases (PRD) or joint hypermobility (JH) diagnosed by a pediatric rheumatologist or pain physician.
• Initial diagnosis ≥ 3 months ago
• Ages 10-19 years, inclusive
• Ongoing symptoms of musculoskeletal pain and/or fatigue for at least 3 months
• Functional Disability Index (FDI) Score ≥ 13 indicating at least moderate disability.
• Child has written and spoken proficiency in English and parent has written and spoken proficiency in English or Spanish (will have a certified bilingual provider or interpreter available)