Using pulsed electromagnetic fields to treat pediatric osteomyelitis
Official title: Effect of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Stimulation on Localized Pediatric Osteomyelitis : Randomized Control Trail Study
Run by Cairo University · NCT06084754 · Data updated 2026-05-14
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This study is testing if pulsed electromagnetic field therapy can help children with localized osteomyelitis feel better when combined with standard medical treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 5 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Giza) |
| Trial ID | NCT06084754 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are children aged 5 to 16 years diagnosed with localized osteomyelitis in one or both lower limbs.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with immune disorders or systemic diseases that may interfere with the study's objectives will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effect of pulsed electromagnetic field stimulation on children with localized osteomyelitis. A total of twenty patients, aged 5 to 16 years, will be randomly assigned to either a treatment group receiving pulsed electromagnetic field therapy alongside standard medical treatment or a control group receiving only medical treatment. The intervention will occur three times a week for two months, aiming to assess the efficacy of this novel approach in improving patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could enhance recovery and reduce complications for children suffering from localized osteomyelitis.
How similar studies have gone: While the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields is a novel approach in this context, similar studies have shown promise in other conditions, suggesting potential for success.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. All patients suffering from localized osteomyelitis in one or both lower limbs 2. All patients will be assessed by a physician before starting the study procedures. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with immune disorders . 2. Patients who suffer from any systemic diseases that may interfere with the objectives of the study.
Where it's running
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Physical Therapy Cairo University
Giza, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Norhan M. Eltayeb, MSc candidate
- Email: 1400534@st.pt.cu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01288053957
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.