Prehabilitation program for patients undergoing hip or knee surgery

Effectiveness of a Prehabilitation Program on Clinical, Functional and Psychological Variables in Candidates for Hip or Knee Arthroplasty Surgery.

Not applicable Interventional University of Jaén · NCT06721897

This study tests if a special exercise program before hip or knee surgery can help patients recover better and feel healthier compared to those who only get standard care.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment44 (estimated)
Ages45 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Jaén Academic / other
Locations1 site (Granada)
Trial IDNCT06721897 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a prehabilitation program designed for patients scheduled to undergo hip or knee arthroplasty due to osteoarthritis. The program includes strength physical exercise and aerobic training aimed at improving symptoms and overall functional capacity before surgery. Participants will be compared to a control group receiving standard care without prehabilitation. The goal is to enhance recovery outcomes and quality of life for patients facing joint replacement surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with hip or knee osteoarthritis who are scheduled for arthroplasty and can perform basic physical activities.

Not a fit: Patients with cognitive deficits, cancer, or other serious health conditions may not benefit from this prehabilitation program.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to improved recovery and better quality of life for patients undergoing hip or knee arthroplasty.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with prehabilitation approaches in similar patient populations, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of hip OA stage I-III of the Tönnis classification or diagnosis of knee OA stage I-IV of the Ahlbäck classification
* Patients requiring hip/knee arthroplasty surgery
* Signed informed consent
* Obtaining a score equal to or greater than 8 repetitions in the Sit to Stand test
* Patients with the ability to walk without technical aids or in need of some help (up to two canes or a walker)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cognitive deficit/Dementia states
* Cancer processes
* Associated vascular and inflammatory pathologies
* Associated neurological pathologies
* Contraindications to physical exercise

Where this trial is running

Granada

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions PrehabilitationKnee OsteoarthritisHip OsteoarthritisPhysical Therapy Modalitiesprehabilitationknee osteoarthritiship osteoarthritisphysiotherapy preoperative
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.