Whole-body vibration treatment before knee surgery
The Effect of Whole-Body Vibration Treatment Before Total Knee Arthroplasty
This study tests if whole-body vibration therapy before knee surgery can help people aged 50-80 recover better by reducing pain and swelling and improving muscle strength.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 24 (estimated) |
| Ages | 55 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Gazi University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05967637 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of whole-body vibration therapy administered prior to total knee arthroplasty on various patient outcomes, including pain, swelling, and muscle strength. Participants aged 50-80 scheduled for knee surgery will be randomly assigned to either a whole-body vibration group or a sham group, both receiving standard education and exercise training. The treatment will occur over five days, with one session each day, to assess the impact on recovery and patient satisfaction.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 50-80 with advanced idiopathic knee osteoarthritis scheduled for unilateral total knee arthroplasty.
Not a fit: Patients who have had another hip or knee joint replacement in the past year or have medical conditions contraindicating exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery and improve outcomes for patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific application of whole-body vibration therapy in this context is novel, similar approaches have shown promise in other rehabilitation settings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with advanced idiopathic knee OA and scheduled for unilateral total knee arthroplasty will be considered candidates for the present study and will be asked to participate Exclusion Criteria: * if they had undergone another hip or knee joint replacement in the previous year * if they had any medical condition in which exercise was contraindicated * if they had any disease that affected functional performance
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Gazi University — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sevim Beyza Ölmez — Gazi University
- Study coordinator: Sevim Beyza Olmez
- Email: sevimbeyzaolmez@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 312 216 26 21
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.