Knee brace treatments for knee osteoarthritis
Official title: Behandlingseffekter Med Avlastande knäortoser för Patienter Med knäartros En Retro-och Prospektiv Multicenterregisterstudie
Run by Össur Iceland ehf · NCT04651673 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how well knee braces help people with knee osteoarthritis by tracking their pain, function, and quality of life over time.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Össur Iceland ehf Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 1 site (Hässleholm, Skåne County) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 9, 2020 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2030 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2030 |
| Registry record updated | October 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04651673 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years who have been prescribed a knee brace for symptomatic knee osteoarthritis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years or those unable to provide informed consent 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 observational study involves a multi-center patient registry focused on individuals prescribed knee braces for symptomatic treatment of knee osteoarthritis. Participants will receive a study ID and complete questionnaires at the time of brace fitting and follow-ups at 4 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year, with annual assessments thereafter. The study aims to gather data on pain, function, medication use, and quality of life related to knee brace usage, without comparing different treatments or devices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of knee braces in managing symptoms of knee osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have gone: While similar observational studies have been conducted, this specific approach focusing on knee braces for osteoarthritis is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients that are prescribed knee brace for symptomatic treatment of knee OA from partaking clinics * Older than 18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 18 years * Not willing or able to sign informed consent, or not cognitive impairments preventing understanding of the questionnaires.
Where it's running
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Skånevård Nordost Region Skåne - Verksamhets område ortopedi, Kristianstad /Hässleholm
Hässleholm, Skåne County, Sweden Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Samuel Dencker, Dr — Region Skane
- Study coordinator: Karolin Lindgren Westlund
- Email: kalindgren@ossur.com
- Phone: +46-70-3573611
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.