Creating a new care model for chronic knee tendon pain
Official title: Developing a Novel Clinical Care Model for Chronic Patellar Tendinopathy Utilizing Whole Person Healthcare
Funded at Duke University · NIH-10904918 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help people with chronic knee pain from patellar tendinopathy by creating a new care plan that considers all aspects of their health, including their lifestyle and social factors, to make treatments more effective and improve their overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | August 10, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $153,113 |
| NIH project number | 5K23AR081932-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10904918 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing chronic patellar tendinopathy who have limitations in physical activity due to their condition.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute knee injuries or those who do not have chronic patellar tendinopathy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving care for individuals suffering from chronic patellar tendinopathy, a condition that causes significant knee pain and limits physical activity. It employs a whole person health approach, which considers various interconnected factors such as biological, behavioral, and social influences on health. The goal is to develop a comprehensive care model that goes beyond traditional treatments, incorporating personalized interventions and biofeedback to enhance patient outcomes. By addressing the broader context of health, this research aims to improve the quality of life for those affected by this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment strategies that significantly improve the quality of life for patients with chronic knee tendon pain.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using whole person health approaches for chronic pain management, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pietrosimone, Laura Stanley — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Pietrosimone, Laura Stanley
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.