Testing different knee brace fastening systems for comfort and effectiveness
Protocole de Validation d'Une orthèse de Genou Valgisante Pour Gonarthrose
This study tests whether velcro straps or a cable-fastening system on knee braces is more comfortable and effective for people with gonarthrosis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Topmed Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Québec, Quebec) |
| Trial ID | NCT05814471 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effects of two different fastening systems for knee braces on patients with gonarthrosis. It compares velcro straps and a cable-fastening system in terms of comfort, ease of installation, and treatment efficacy. The study aims to determine which system enhances patient adherence to treatment by assessing both physical and psychological outcomes. Participants will wear the knee braces for multiple hours a day, and their experiences will be documented to identify the most effective design.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have been using an ODRA knee brace for several hours a day over the past six months.
Not a fit: Patients with wounds on the lower body will not benefit from this study due to potential complications.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved knee brace designs that enhance patient comfort and adherence, ultimately improving treatment outcomes for gonarthrosis.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying degrees of success with different knee brace designs, but this specific comparison of fastening systems is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Has worn an ODRA knee brace multiple hours a day during the last 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Wounds on the lower body
Where this trial is running
Québec, Quebec
- Topmed — Québec, Quebec, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Edith Martin, Ph.D
- Email: emartin@topmed.ca
- Phone: 4187801301
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.