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New treatment option for Osteo Arthritis Knee
Official title The Effect of Smart Ring Assisted Physiotherapeutic Intervention After TKR
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05599776
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to learn about the effect of a wearable activity tracker assisted physiotherapeutic intervention on the risk of poor patient reported outcome after a primary total knee replacement. The main question it aims to answer is whether a wearable activity tracker assisted physiotherapeutic intervention and remote monitoring may help to decrease the number of the poor patient reported post-operative outcome 12 months after a primary total knee replacement.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Patients undergoing primary TKA for primary osteoarthritis.
- Patients able to consent and willing to comply with the study protocol.
- Patients aged 18 to 70 years
- Patients is able to use a smartphone and a smart ring.
You likely can't join if
- Patients unwilling to provide informed consent
- \>15 degrees varus or valgus, or \> 15 degrees fixed flexion deformity
- Physical, emotional, or neurological conditions that would compromise the patient, e.g., poor compliance with postoperative rehabilitation and...
- Patients unable to attend the study physiotherapy appointments at the outpatient clinic.
- Patients unable to wear Oura ring (example in case of OA or rheumatoid arthritis in the finger joints).
- Patients with cardiac arrhythmia.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tampere, Pirkanmaa, Finland
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tampere, Pirkanmaa, Finland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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