Using interferential current with exercise for knee osteoarthritis
Effects of Including Interferential Current in a Therapeutic Exercise Program in Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis
NA · University of Nove de Julho · NCT06744036
This study is testing if adding a special electrical treatment to exercise can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and move better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 126 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Nove de Julho (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (São Paulo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06744036 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effects of incorporating interferential current (IC) into a therapeutic exercise program for individuals suffering from knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Participants aged 40 to 75 with unilateral KOA and specific pain criteria will engage in a program that combines therapeutic exercise with either active or placebo IC. The study aims to assess improvements in pain intensity, functionality, self-efficacy, and overall perceived effects of the treatment. By comparing the outcomes of the two groups, the research seeks to determine the efficacy of IC in enhancing the benefits of exercise for KOA patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 40 to 75 with unilateral knee osteoarthritis and chronic knee pain.
Not a fit: Patients with severe osteoporosis, inflammatory joint diseases, or neurological disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce pain and improve functionality for patients with knee osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of interferential current and exercise is a relatively novel approach, similar studies have shown promising results in pain management and functional improvement.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * both sexes * between 40 years old and 75 years old * with a clinical diagnosis of unilateral KOA * Who has had knee pain for more than 3 months * With a minimum score of 3 points on the numerical pain scale * Morning stiffness for less than 30 minutes * Crepitus * Bone tenderness and absence of palpable heat Exclusion Criteria: * Hip OA * Severe osteoporosis * Fibromyalgia * Clinical history of tumors or cancer * Active inflammatory joint diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, gout) * Undergoing any joint replacement in the lower extremity * Neurological diseases (Parkinson's disease, stroke * Multiple sclerosis * muscular dystrophies * Diseases involving motor neurons * Alzheimer's disease * Infected wounds or osteomyelitis in the knee region * Deep vein thrombosis or thrombophlebitis * Sensory alteration in the lower limbs * Cognitive and cardiopulmonary impairment that may prevent or limit the execution of exercises * Use of a walking assistance device * History of recent knee trauma * Having undergone any form of treatment involving physical therapy * intra-articular corticosteroids * anti-inflammatory drugs * opioid medication or chondroprotective in the six months before the start of the interventions
Where this trial is running
São Paulo
- University of Nove de Julho — São Paulo, Brazil (RECRUITING)
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