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New treatment option for Total Knee Arthroplasty
Official title Multimodal Biopsychosocial Teleprehabilitation for Total Knee Arthroplasty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06565377
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Knee replacement surgeries are one of the most frequently performed elective surgeries, with approximately 29,000 such procedures carried out annually in Belgium. Although these surgeries have been increasingly refined over the years, leading to better surgical outcomes, there is still room for improvement in terms of pre-surgical biopsychosocial patient preparation.
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- People scheduled for elective primary TKA at one of the participating hospitals;
- Being over 18 years old;
- Dutch speaking/reading
You likely can't join if
- Doing activities that make them feel out of breath for 300 minutes or more per week on average;
- Orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular or any other condition/comorbidity that leads to an overall contraindication for moderate physical activity;
- Cognitive impairment (≥11 on 6-item Cognitive Impairment Test and/or unable to understand the study instructions);
- Presence of uncontrolled inflammatory arthritides (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, gout);
- Uncontrolled psychiatric disorders;
- Active cancer and/or active cancer treatment ((hormonal) maintenance therapy is allowed);
See the full eligibility criteria
- People scheduled for elective primary TKA at one of the participating hospitals;
- Being over 18 years old;
- Dutch speaking/reading
- Doing activities that make them feel out of breath for 300 minutes or more per week on average;
- Orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular or any other condition/comorbidity that leads to an overall contraindication for moderate physical activity;
- Cognitive impairment (≥11 on 6-item Cognitive Impairment Test and/or unable to understand the study instructions);
- Presence of uncontrolled inflammatory arthritides (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, gout);
- Uncontrolled psychiatric disorders;
- Active cancer and/or active cancer treatment ((hormonal) maintenance therapy is allowed);
- People undergoing emergency (non-elective) TKA.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Geel, Antwerpen, Belgium
- Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Geel, Antwerpen, Belgium; Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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