Using light therapy to help recovery after knee surgery
A Randomized Trial of Photobiomodulation Effect in Patients Receiving Total Knee Arthroplasty
This study tests if using near-infrared light therapy can help people over 20 recover better from knee surgery by reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Hsin-Chu Branch Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hsinchu) |
| Trial ID | NCT06426251 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effects of photobiomodulation therapy, which uses near-infrared light, on patients recovering from total knee arthroplasty. Participants aged over 20 will be randomly assigned to receive either standard post-operative care or photobiomodulation therapy. The study aims to assess the impact of this therapy on inflammation, swelling, and pain levels following surgery. Outcomes will be measured through both objective assessments of swelling and subjective reports from patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 20 who are undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
Not a fit: Patients with open injuries, infections, or other complications at the surgical site may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could significantly reduce post-operative pain and inflammation for knee surgery patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with photobiomodulation therapy in reducing pain and inflammation, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * total knee arthroplasty Exclusion Criteria: * open injury * pregnancy * wound without primary closure * infection * previous surgery over surgical site * skin defect
Where this trial is running
Hsinchu
- National Taiwan University Hospital, Hsin-Chu Branch — Hsinchu, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hsiang-Chieh Hsieh
- Email: thungjay2@gmail.com
- Phone: 886972654075
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.