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Telehealth Exercise Program for Veterans with Osteoarthritis Shows Promise — Feasibility Trial Recruiting Now

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10 Apr 2026

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A US Veterans Affairs pilot trial is testing whether group telehealth exercise sessions can improve access to evidence-based osteoarthritis care. The study combines virtual group sessions with text messaging support over 9 months.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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