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New treatment option for Knee Osteoarthritis
Official title Pre-Operative Exercise Therapy and Patient Education Before Total Knee Replacement
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06290336
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this multi-center randomized controlled trial is to investigate the effect of pre-operative exercise therapy and education for patients awaiting knee replacement surgery on subjective knee function, patient satisfaction and enablement compared to standard care. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does pre-operative exercise therapy and education lead to better subjective knee function compared to standard care one year after surgery?
- 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 40 to 85
You may be able to join if
- Waiting list for primary unilateral knee replacement surgery
- Osteoarthritis of the knee being the primary reason for surgery
- Reside within 60 minutes of travel to the site of the intervention
You likely can't join if
- Previous knee replacement surgery in the other knee
- Other reason than osteoarthritis of the knee as the primary reason for surgery
- Impaired cognitive function
- Not being independent speaking and reading in swedish language
- Chronic illness or disability etc hindering full participation in the intervention
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Linköping, Östergötland County, Sweden
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, 40 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Linköping, Östergötland County, Sweden. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.