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Join the PERFORM Trial at Healthworks Newcastle

Personalised Exercise Rehabilitation for Long-Term Health Conditions 

We are excited to announce the launch of the PERFORM Trial at Healthworks Newcastle, a groundbreaking research project aimed at supporting individuals living with multiple long-term health conditions. 

If you have two or more long-term health conditions such as diabetes, asthma, arthritis, Long COVID, hypertension, chronic pain, cancer, or heart and lung conditions, you may be eligible to take part in this exercise-based rehabilitation trial. 

What’s Involved? 

Participation in the study includes: 

  • Baseline Assessment Visit 
  • 8-week rehabilitation programme  
  • Follow-up visits at 3 months and 12 months 

The PERFORM Exercise-Based Rehabilitation Programme includes: 

  • Initial physical assessment 
  • Group sessions twice a week for 8 weeks  
  • 1st hour: Group exercise (warm-up, strength and aerobic training, cool-down) 
  • 2nd hour: Health and wellbeing presentation 
  • Post-programme support including an individual discharge appointment and group check-ins at 2 and 4 months after your last session. 

In collaboration with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), the University of Leicester, and Northumbria University, the PERFORM Trial is developing a personalised rehabilitation programme tailored to individual needs. The goal is to help participants feel better, stay active, and reduce hospital visits through safe and effective exercise. 

Why Join? 

This trial is designed to provide valuable rehabilitation support to people managing long-term health conditions. Research shows that exercise can significantly improve quality of life and reduce reliance on healthcare services, but access to personalised support is often limited. 

By taking part in the PERFORM Trial, you’ll receive guided exercise, health and wellbeing education, and ongoing support that could make a real difference to your health and daily life. 

Get Involved 

If you’re interested in joining the trial, please complete the online registration form or contact us for more information: 

We look forward to hearing from you and supporting you on your health journey! 

Find out more about the PERFORM Trial here.