Program to reduce knee pain for osteoarthritis patients in Brazil
The Functional Treatment of Disabling Pain in Knee Osteoarthritis in a Rehabilitation Program for the Brazilian Unified Health System
NA · University of Sao Paulo · NCT05286775
This study is testing whether an educational program alone or with added medical help can reduce knee pain and improve movement for people with osteoarthritis in Brazil.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Sao Paulo (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (São Paulo) |
| Trial ID | NCT05286775 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to compare two different interventions designed to alleviate knee pain and enhance function in patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis. A total of sixty participants will be randomly assigned to either a knee educational program or a combination of this program with medical interventions. The effectiveness of these interventions will be evaluated based on changes in pain levels and functional ability at baseline, immediately after the interventions, and three months later.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis who experience moderate to severe knee pain.
Not a fit: Patients with untreated severe psychological conditions, fibromyalgia, systemic inflammatory diseases, or significant pain in other joints may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve pain management and functional outcomes for patients with knee osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using educational programs combined with medical interventions for managing osteoarthritis pain, indicating that this approach is supported by prior research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Clinical diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis; * Moderate to severe knee pain (VAS \>= 4); * Knee pain for at least 3 months prior to inclusion; * Willing to sign the Informed Consent Form. Exclusion Criteria: * Untreated severe psychological or psychiatric diseases without treatment; * Presence of fibromyalgia; * Presence of systemic inflammatory rheumatic diseases; * Presence of neoplasia; * Presence of relevant pain in other joints, according to medical evaluation; * Presence of intolerance or allergy to Lidocaine or local anaesthetics; * Concomitant use of anticoagulant drug.
Where this trial is running
São Paulo
- Instituto de Medicina Física e Reabilitação (IMREA-FMUSP) — São Paulo, Brazil (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marta Imamura, MD PhD — University of Sao Paulo
- Study coordinator: Marta Imamura, MD PhD
- Email: marta.imamura@fm.usp.br
- Phone: 55-11-5180-7897
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: Osteoarthritis, Knee, Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Knee Osteoarthritis, Pain