Testing prolonged cryocompression therapy for knee surgery recovery
Skin Temperature Response to Prolonged Cooling With an Electronic Continuous Cold-flow Cryocompression Device: a Safety and Feasibility Pilot
NA · University of Winchester · NCT06673277
This study is testing if using a special cooling device for two hours after knee surgery can help people recover better than the usual methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Winchester (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Winchester, Hampshire) |
| Trial ID | NCT06673277 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study investigates the safety and feasibility of using prolonged cryocompression therapy for two hours following knee surgery. It aims to determine whether electronic devices can maintain skin temperatures within a therapeutic range of 15-17 ℃, which may enhance recovery outcomes. The study will involve monitoring skin temperature in 15-17 healthy volunteers to assess the effectiveness of this extended treatment duration compared to traditional methods. By exploring longer cooling times, the research seeks to provide insights into optimizing post-operative care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are recovering from knee surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with a BMI over 40, history of nerve damage, or other specified medical conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved pain management and recovery outcomes for patients after knee surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While other studies have explored prolonged cooling, this specific approach using electronic devices for extended durations is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years Exclusion Criteria: * BMI \>40 kg/m2 * History of nerve damage or sensory deficit in the lower limbs (including frostbite) * Hypersensitivity to cold, including hives * Active inflammation or pain of the knee * History of thrombosis, embolism, or other conditions related to impaired peripheral circulation * Suffering from diagnosed diabetes, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal cord injury, cardio-vascular disease, hypertension, Raynaud disease, cryoglobulinemia, or haemoglobinuria * Confirmed or suspected tissue infection, an unstable fracture, a skin condition, or a tumour in the treatment area * Cognitive impairment or communication barriers
Where this trial is running
Winchester, Hampshire
- University of Winchester — Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Scott Hannah, PhD — University of Winchester
- Study coordinator: James Belsey, PhD
- Email: KneeResearch@pm.me
- Phone: +447799040556
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: Skin Temperature Change, Adverse Effects, Safety of Intervention, Cryotherapy, Feasibility Pilot Study, skin temperature, cryotherapy, cryocompression