Search / Trial NCT06611618

Analysis of the Loss of Muscle Force, Muscle Power and Motor Control Degradation to Predict the Risk of Falls in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Launched by ISTITUTO ORTOPEDICO RIZZOLI · Sep 20, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 21, 2024

Not yet recruiting

Keywords

Falls Prevention Knee Osteoarthritis Muscle Power Muscle Force Motor Control Degradation Digital Twins Imu Mobility Monitoring Mri

ClinConnect Summary

Falls are a critical yet common event among the elderly, with huge societal and economic impact (reduced quality of life and high costs for the healthcare system). Experimental measures to quantify the residual muscle strength and power may provide useful information to predict the risk of falls in the elderly. Isometric and isokinetic muscle contractions, performed on a dynamometer or during functional tasks can be collected, together with electromyography (to assess muscle activity) and imaging data (to quantify and characterize muscular tissue).

Such data can be collected at different t...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Age between 65 and 80 years
  • Kellgren score II e III
  • No history of falls in the last 12 months
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Any musculoskeletal, neurological, rheumatic or tumoral diseases
  • Dementia
  • Diabetes
  • Inguinal or abdominal hernia
  • Severe Hypertension (Level 3)
  • Severe Cardio-pulmonary insufficiency
  • Diagnosis of Osteonecrosis in the lower limb joints
  • Pathologies or physical conditions incompatible with the use of magnetic resonance imaging and electrostimulation (i.e., active and passive implanted biomedical devices, epilepsy, severe venous insufficiency in the lower limbs)
  • Previous interventions or traumas to the joints of the lower limb

About Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli is a renowned orthopedic research and treatment institute based in Bologna, Italy, dedicated to advancing musculoskeletal health through innovative clinical trials and cutting-edge medical practices. With a strong emphasis on research, the institute collaborates with leading experts in orthopedics, rehabilitation, and related fields to develop and evaluate new therapies and surgical techniques. Committed to improving patient outcomes, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli not only focuses on high-quality clinical care but also fosters a robust research environment that supports the translation of scientific findings into clinical applications.

Locations

Bologna, , Italy

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Timeline

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