Evaluating muscle strength and walking patterns after knee replacement surgery
Influence of Lower Extremity Muscles Strength on Physical Function, Biomechanical Gait Parameters and Reported Outcome After Total Knee Arthroplasty
This study is trying to see how knee replacement surgery affects muscle strength and walking patterns in people with severe arthritis.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Warsaw Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Warsaw) |
| Trial ID | NCT06061367 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the impact of Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) on muscle strength and gait parameters in patients with end-stage osteoarthritis. It aims to identify modifiable factors that may affect knee function post-surgery, focusing on the relationship between lower limb muscle strength and gait biomechanics. Patient-reported outcomes will be assessed using the Oxford Knee Score (OKS) and the Forgotten Joint Score (FJS) questionnaires to evaluate changes in physical function after TKA.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals over 50 years old with grade III or IV knee osteoarthritis who can provide signed consent.
Not a fit: Patients who have undergone total hip replacement, have significant lower limb deformities, or have active chronic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help improve rehabilitation strategies for patients undergoing knee replacement surgery, leading to better functional outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that addressing muscle strength and gait biomechanics can lead to improved outcomes after knee surgeries, suggesting this approach is promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * III° or IV° grade knee osteoarthritis * Age over 50 * Patients with signed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Undergone total hip replacement * Previous femur fracture in anamnesis * Undergone corrective osteotomy * Active/ Chronic neoplastic disease * Significant deformation of lower limb axis * Mental disorders * Muscular disorders
Where this trial is running
Warsaw
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, Medical University of Warsaw — Warsaw, Poland (Recruiting)
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.