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Official title Knee Flexionater to Avoid Motion Restoring Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07454356
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether adding a stretching device to standard physical therapy can help people regain knee bending after total knee replacement surgery. Some people have difficulty bending their knee during recovery.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 40 years or older
- Undergoing primary total knee replacement surgery
- Knee flexion less than 105 degrees at approximately 4 weeks after surgery
- Considered a candidate for motion-restoring surgery, with any surgery delayed until after 2 months of nonoperative treatment
You likely can't join if
- Not willing to participate
- Diagnosis of advanced rheumatoid arthritis
- Neurological deficit affecting the operative leg
- Revision total knee replacement or previous major surgery on the same knee
- Cognitive impairment
- Prior total hip replacement on the same side (ipsilateral total hip arthroplasty)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 40 years or older
- Undergoing primary total knee replacement surgery
- Knee flexion less than 105 degrees at approximately 4 weeks after surgery
- Considered a candidate for motion-restoring surgery, with any surgery delayed until after 2 months of nonoperative treatment
- Not willing to participate
- Diagnosis of advanced rheumatoid arthritis
- Neurological deficit affecting the operative leg
- Revision total knee replacement or previous major surgery on the same knee
- Cognitive impairment
- Prior total hip replacement on the same side (ipsilateral total hip arthroplasty)
- Living more than 2 hours from the study site or unwilling to attend required local physical therapy visits
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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