View clinical trials related to Knee Osteoarthritis.
Filter by:The present study investigated whether the presence of fluid in the joint affected peak torque and the root mean square (RMS) values of surface electromyography (EMG) in patients symptomatic for osteoarthritis (OA).
The objective of the proposed research is to assess the efficacy of an eight-week, efficient and tolerable, low-intensity resistance-training program with concurrent application of partial blood flow restriction (PBFR) for improving quadriceps strength and volume in women with risk factors for incident symptomatic or progressive knee OA. This specific aim will be achieved through a randomized, controlled trial, comparing low intensity training with and without PBFR. There have been numerous reports of exercise interventions in people with knee osteoarthritis. However, this research is novel in that it will be the first to use a low intensity regimen that will minimize forces on the knee while still having the potential to lead to clinically meaningful strength gains in older adults with risk factors for incident symptomatic or progressive knee OA.
Previous studies have indicated that patient expectations, beliefs and preferences may have an impact on treatment outcomes. The KIVIS study was primarily designed to compare two effective treatments for knee osteoarthritis (tidal irrigation (medical washout of the knee) or intra-articular corticosteroid injection). At study entry any preference expressed by the patient for each of the treatment interventions was recorded. This study assessed the effects of two treatments given at a single time-point and hence the effects of patient preference could be assessed independently of any compliance issues.
The purpose of this study is to determine the comparative safety and efficacy of intra-articular injection of hyaluronic acid, obtained from two different sources, in the treatment of osteoarthritic pain of the knee.
- A Pilot study - Randomized and Double-blinded - Placebo controlled - In 2 parallel group (JOINS 200mg:Placebo = 1:1) - Overall 24 months treatment (JOINS:Placebo comparison up to 12 months, Additional follow-up assessment up to 24 months) - Provide rescue medicine throughout whole clinical trial period.
Background: Exercise, weight loss, and dietary supplementation of glucosamine and chondroitin (GC) have been reported to improve functional capacity in individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA). The purpose of this study was 1.) to determine whether women with knee OA who follow a higher protein diet observe more favorable changes in body composition and/or markers of health compared to those following a standard higher carbohydrate-based diet; and, 2.) to determine whether dietary supplementation of glucosamine and chondroitin during a weight loss and fitness program lessens symptoms of pain, improves functional capacity, and/or promotes greater health benefits in women with knee OA. It was hypothesized that both groups would experience beneficial changes in body mass, body composition, and markers of health. However, greater benefits would be observed in those following a higher protein diet while supplementing the diet with glucosamine and chondroitin.
The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy and safety of Hyalgan after proximal tibial osteotomy in treatment of knee osteoarthritis patients. Normally, OA patients who were treated with osteotomy will not be treated with any SYSADOA after operation, even though their cartilage's not completely loss, so osteotomy plus HA injection should provide more benefit to patients than osteotomy alone.
The purpose of the study is to assess the safety and efficacy profiles of new single-injection volumes of Durolane in patients with knee OA.
We will conduct a large randomized controlled trial comparing the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Tai Chi mind-body exercise and standard-of-care Physical Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis.
The purpose of this study is to study the efficacy of pre-emptive etoricoxib in reducing post-operative pain and improving function outcome after a total knee arthroplasty.