Evaluating a program for managing chronic knee pain in the elderly
Evaluation Study for the "Jockey Club E-Generation: Impact Extension Project for Chronic Knee Pain Management"
This study is testing a new program that uses technology to help older adults manage their chronic knee pain better by teaching them self-care strategies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 858 (estimated) |
| Ages | 55 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The University of Hong Kong Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06569836 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This evaluation focuses on the 'Jockey Club E-Generation: Impact Extension Project for Chronic Knee Pain Management', aiming to assess its effectiveness in promoting self-management strategies for chronic knee pain through tele-rehabilitation technology. The study will utilize a randomized controlled trial design with a sample size of 858 participants from elderly community centers in Hong Kong. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a waitlist control group, with qualitative interviews conducted to gather in-depth insights.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are community-dwelling individuals aged 55 and older who have experienced knee pain within the past year.
Not a fit: Patients with severe knee conditions or those who have recently received related medical treatments may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve self-management of chronic knee pain among elderly patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar studies utilizing tele-rehabilitation for chronic pain management have shown promising results, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: i. Aged ≥55 years; ii. Community-dwelling; iii. With self-reported knee pain problem currently or in the past 12 months; iv. Cognitively sound (screened by the Clock Drawing Test (CDT) ≤ 4 (Agrell \& Dehlin, 1998)); v. Able to understand and communicate in Cantonese or Mandarin. Exclusion Criteria: i. Diagnosed with stroke, myocardial infarction, injury or inflammation of the knee, autoimmune disease, unable to walk in the past three months; ii. Users/ of Hospital Authority medical consultation or physiotherapy or occupational therapy services related to osteoarthritis knee; iii. Screened to have three or above conditions including significant knee symptom score 5 or above, WOMAC Score ≥48, 5 times Sit to Stand test \>16.7 seconds, Time Up and Go Test \>14 seconds, Age \>80 and BMI \>25.
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- Elderly community centre — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Pui Hing Chau, PhD — School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong
- Study coordinator: Pui Hing Chau, PhD
- Email: phpchau@hku.hk
- Phone: 3917 6626
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.