Foam rolling after knee replacement

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

In this randomized trial, 26 adults undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty are assigned to either the standard home exercise program or the standard program plus a foam rolling regimen. Foam rolling is performed for four weeks starting two weeks after surgery, with sessions at home several times per week. Outcomes include pain, knee range of motion, muscle strength, proprioception, fear of movement, gait, balance, and daily function, assessed at 2, 6, and 14 weeks postoperatively. All participants receive education on pain management, exercises, and the rehabilitation plan, delivered by physiotherapists in an outpatient setting.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Willingness to participate in the study
* Scheduled for primary total knee arthroplasty
* Age 40 years or older

Exclusion Criteria:

* Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m²
* History of revision surgery in the knee region
* Any other orthopedic or neurological condition that may cause walking or functional impairment
* Presence of heart disease or uncontrolled hypertension
* Presence of neuromuscular or neurodegenerative disease
* Inability to understand the study protocol instructions

Where it's running

• Dokuz Eylül University
  Izmir, Balçova, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Öykü Bulduk, Physiotherapist
• Email: buldukoyku@gmail.com
• Phone: +905362743035

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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.