Effect of strength training before knee surgery on recovery and satisfaction
Prehabilitation Effect on Function and Patient Satisfaction Following Total Knee Arthroplasty
This study tests if doing strength training before knee surgery can help patients recover better and feel more satisfied after their operation.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Molde University College Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Molde, Møre og Romsdal) |
| Trial ID | NCT05892133 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of prehabilitation, specifically maximal strength training, on patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty due to knee osteoarthritis. The aim is to determine whether engaging in strength training prior to surgery can enhance recovery outcomes and increase patient satisfaction post-operatively. Given that a significant percentage of patients report dissatisfaction after knee replacement surgery, this approach seeks to address a critical gap in pre-surgical care. The study will evaluate functional improvements and satisfaction levels following the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis who are scheduled for total knee arthroplasty.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive disabilities, inflammatory muscle diseases, significant joint deformities, or neurological disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved recovery times and higher satisfaction rates for patients undergoing knee replacement surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of prehabilitation is gaining traction, this specific approach focusing on strength training prior to knee surgery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Knee artrosis, refered to surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Kognitive disability * Inflamatory disease in muscles * varus/ valgus and extension deficit \>15 degrees * Neurological disorders
Where this trial is running
Molde, Møre og Romsdal
- Molde University College — Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Berg — Molde UC
- Study coordinator: Berg
- Email: olbe@himolde.no
- Phone: +47 71 19 57 71
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.