Pre-operative exercise and education for knee replacement patients
Effect of Prehabilitation Before Total Knee Replacement on Post-operative Patient-reported Joint Awareness, Enablement and Knee Function
NA · Linkoeping University · NCT06290336
This study is testing if a special exercise program and education before knee replacement surgery can help patients feel better and recover faster compared to just getting standard information.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 110 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Linkoeping University (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Linköping, Östergötland County) |
| Trial ID | NCT06290336 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This multi-center randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of pre-operative exercise therapy and education on patients awaiting knee replacement surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group, receiving supervised exercise and education, or a control group, receiving standard pre-operative information. The study will assess subjective knee function, patient satisfaction, and enablement at various intervals post-surgery. The intervention includes individualized strength, balance, and mobility exercises, along with discussions about recovery expectations and rehabilitation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals awaiting primary unilateral knee replacement surgery due to knee osteoarthritis and residing within 60 minutes of the intervention site.
Not a fit: Patients who have had previous knee replacement surgery or have other primary reasons for surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved knee function and higher patient satisfaction after knee replacement surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with pre-operative exercise and education, suggesting this approach may be beneficial.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Waiting list for primary unilateral knee replacement surgery * Osteoarthritis of the knee being the primary reason for surgery * Reside within 60 minutes of travel to the site of the intervention Exclusion Criteria: * Previous knee replacement surgery in the other knee * Other reason than osteoarthritis of the knee as the primary reason for surgery * Impaired cognitive function * Not being independent speaking and reading in swedish language * Chronic illness or disability etc hindering full participation in the intervention
Where this trial is running
Linköping, Östergötland County
- Linkoping University — Linköping, Östergötland County, Sweden (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Marcus Ljung, PhD-student
- Email: marcus.ljung@regionostergotland.se
- Phone: +4610-1043861
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.
Conditions: Knee Osteoarthritis, Knee replacement, Exercise therapy, Education, Knee function, Satisfaction