Osteoarthritic Knee Pain study: Wireless neuromodulation
Official title Freedom-1 Study for Chronic Knee Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03877653
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether sub‑threshold (very low) stimulation can lower knee pain compared with no active stimulation, measured by a 50% pain drop after one month.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis.
- What's involved
- You will be fitted with a device that delivers low‑level stimulation (or a sham device) and will complete pain questionnaires and a visual pain scale.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts about one month, with an initial visit and a follow‑up visit at one month.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- i. Subject is over 18 years of age; ii. people with a history of chronic, function-limiting (m-MPS \>6/10) knee pain from osteoarthritis of at least...
You likely can't join if
- xi. Significant contralateral knee pain that would influence their level of activity greater to 6 on the modified-Mankosky Pain Scale; xii.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Placentia, California, United States
- Denver, Colorado, United States
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
- Trinity, Florida, United States
- Jasper, Georgia, United States
- Newnan, Georgia, United States
- Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- Dayton, Ohio, United States
- Loveland, Ohio, United States
- Miamisburg, Ohio, United States
- Austin, Texas, United States
- Houston, Texas, United States
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
Compensation & support
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Questions & answers
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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?
This study is enrolling now at Placentia, California, United States; Denver, Colorado, United States; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States; Trinity, Florida, United States; Jasper, Georgia, United States; Newnan, Georgia, United States and 7 more locations. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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