Development and Testing of a Tele-rehabilitation System for Adult Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF WEST ATTICA · May 10, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of February 19, 2025
Active, not recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The purpose of this study is to develop, investigate and compare the effectiveness of a new system of remote therapeutic exercise, using technological equipment, in relation to face to face therapeutic exercise, which is proposed by international guidelines, in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. More specifically, the magnitude of the improvement of motor, kinematic and psychocognitive parameters, physical condition, functionality, quality of life and symptoms of the disease will be examined, using these two methods. It is fully understood and constitutes one of the objectives of thi...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Age 40-70
- • 2. Ability to provide consent and good knowledge of the Greek language
- • 3. Diagnosed, radiographically and by an orthopedic doctor, knee osteoarthritis grade 1-3, according to Kellgren and Lawrence classification system of osteoarthritis
- • 4. Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis and good general health
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Participation in a systematic exercise program in the previous three months for the same problem
- • 2. Participation in a physical therapy program in the previous three months for the same problem
- • 3. Previous knee surgery within last three years
- • 4. Medical contraindication to exercise
- • 5. Systemic diseases or autoimmune in the acute phase of symptoms
- • 6. Underlying severe neurological disease
- • 7. Cognitive disability → inability to communicate
- • 8. Red Flags (eg fractures (osteoporotic and non-osteoporotic), rapidly unexplained decrease in muscle strength, cardiorespiratory problems, etc.)
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Trial Officials
Theodora Plavoukou, PhDc
Principal Investigator
uniwa
George Georgoudis, PhD
Study Director
uniwa
About University Of West Attica
The University of West Attica is a distinguished academic institution dedicated to advancing medical research and education. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university actively engages in clinical trials aimed at addressing pressing healthcare challenges. Its research initiatives are supported by a team of experienced professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring rigorous scientific standards and ethical compliance. Committed to fostering innovation and improving patient outcomes, the University of West Attica plays a vital role in the development of new therapies and interventions in the healthcare landscape.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Athens, Agiou Spiridonos 28, 12243 Egaleo,, Greece
People applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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