Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional Ages 55 and up

Comparing Ioband® waterproof dressing to standard dressing after knee surgery

Official title: Does Ioband Coverage Waterproof Dressing Provide Better Outcome Than Isolate Waterproof Dressing After Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty? A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Thammasat University Hospital · NCT06943053 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether a new waterproof dressing called Ioband® works better than a standard dressing for people recovering from knee surgery by seeing if it needs to be changed less often and if patients are happier with it.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages55 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment96 (estimated)
SponsorThammasat University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Pathum Thani, Khlong luang and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 6, 2025
Main results expectedApril 6, 2026
Study endsApril 16, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 24, 2025
Trial IDNCT06943053 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients aged 55-80 who are undergoing primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty.

Probably not a fit

Patients with chronic skin diseases, chronic steroid use, or allergies to skin adhesives may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of Ioband® coverage waterproof dressing compared to standard waterproof dressing in patients who have undergone total knee arthroplasty (TKA). It aims to determine if the Ioband® dressing reduces the frequency of dressing changes and the degree of peel-off, as well as to assess overall patient satisfaction. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either dressing type, and their outcomes will be monitored post-operatively. The study involves 96 patients and utilizes a randomized controlled design.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved wound care management and patient satisfaction after total knee arthroplasty.

How similar studies have gone: Similar studies have shown promising results in improving post-operative care with advanced dressing techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Primary unilateral TKA
* Age 55-80 yrs

Exclusion Criteria:

* Chronic Skin disease such as Psoriasis
* Chronic steroid use
* Allergy to skin adhesive, Cover wound
* Robotic TKA
* Iodine allergy
* Not follow protocol

Where it's running

  • Thammasat University Hospital
    Pathum Thani, Khlong luang, Thailand
    Recruiting
  • Department of Orthopaedics, Thammasat University
    Pathum Thani, Thailand
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Chanon Thassanaleelaporn, M.D. — Thammasat University Hospital Thailand
  • Study coordinator: Krit Boontanapibul, M.D.
  • Email: krit.boontanapibul@gmail.com
  • Phone: 66613957799

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.