Tablet-based cognitive behavioral intervention to improve arthritis associated fatigue: A pilot study

•A tablet-based cognitive behavioral intervention, Tab-CBI was developed, and pilot tested to examine the long-term effect on daily steps, fatigue and self-efficacy.•There was a significant improvement in daily steps in Tab-CBI group participants compared to comparison group participants.•There was a significant improvement across three time points, baseline, week 4 and week 6 in daily steps, fatigue, and self-efficacy.•The findings provide preliminary evidence for the positive impact of Tab-CBI on daily steps, fatigue and self-efficacy.