Clinical trial for Knee Osteoarthristis
Official title Feasibility of Resting Intervals During Exercise Programs for Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06857123
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether adding rest breaks to a knee exercise program is doable for people with knee osteoarthritis.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have knee osteoarthritis and can do light exercise.
- What's involved
- You will do a knee exercise program. One group does it normally, the other takes short rest breaks during the program.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts a few weeks and includes several exercise sessions and check‑ins.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 79
You may be able to join if
- Age between 45 and 79 yo.
- Clinical diagnosis of primary, early to moderate stage knee osteoarthritis.
- BMI range \< 35 kg/m2.
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Knee joint is the most painful joint in the body.
You likely can't join if
- Non-OA disease of the knee.
- Advanced knee osteoarthritis
- Knee injection in the past 3 months.
- Major knee trauma/surgery in the past 5 years or previous knee surgery with hardware limiting cartilage assessment..
- Participate in regular exercise or physical activity .
- Participation in an intervention study for knee OA.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 45 and 79 yo.
- Clinical diagnosis of primary, early to moderate stage knee osteoarthritis.
- BMI range \< 35 kg/m2.
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Knee joint is the most painful joint in the body.
- Ability to speak and understand English.
- Willingness to comply with all study procedures and be available for the duration of the study.
- Non-OA disease of the knee.
- Advanced knee osteoarthritis
- Knee injection in the past 3 months.
- Major knee trauma/surgery in the past 5 years or previous knee surgery with hardware limiting cartilage assessment..
- Participate in regular exercise or physical activity .
- Participation in an intervention study for knee OA.
- Currently using a cane, walker or crutches to walk.
- History of cardiovascular disease or hypertension not controlled by medication.
- Two or more unexplained falls in the past year.
- Inflammatory, autoimmune disorders, neurological, systemic, muscular, or connective tissue conditions that affect walking or ability to exercise.
- Contraindication to MRI.
- Medical condition or characteristic of the participant that could place the individual at increased risk or preclude s/he from complying with study procedures.
- Pregnant female.
- Acute or terminal illness.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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?
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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, 45 years to 79 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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