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Prevention study for Fall
Official title Effects of Fall Prevention Program on the Number of Falls Among Elderly Following Total Knee Replacement
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05642260
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- the aim of the proposed research is to investigate the short and long-term effects of integrating a comprehensive fall prevention programme into conventional physiotherapy on the number of falls, balance, and functional ability among elderly following TKR. the investigator hypothesize that conventional physiotherapy integrated with a fall prevention program is more effective than conventional physiotherapy alone in improving balance and functional ability and preventing the occurrence of falls among elderly following TKR.
- 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 60 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Female gender.
- Aged 60 years and older.
- Diagnosed with primary osteoarthritis of the knee.
- Underwent unilateral TKR.
You likely can't join if
- revision TKR surgery
- history of systemic inflammatory conditions (i.e., rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus erythematosus),
- neurological disorders (i.e., multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke)
- lower limb surgery/trauma in the past 12 months
- have cognitive and/or vision impairments
- post-surgical complications (e.g., infection, intraoperative fracture)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female gender.
- Aged 60 years and older.
- Diagnosed with primary osteoarthritis of the knee.
- Underwent unilateral TKR.
- revision TKR surgery
- history of systemic inflammatory conditions (i.e., rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus erythematosus),
- neurological disorders (i.e., multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke)
- lower limb surgery/trauma in the past 12 months
- have cognitive and/or vision impairments
- post-surgical complications (e.g., infection, intraoperative fracture)
- any health condition that may preclude them from undertaking physiotherapy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kuwait City, Kuwait
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 female, 60 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kuwait City, Kuwait. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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