Telerehabilitation for Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF NOVO MESTO · Aug 15, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of September 06, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a chronic degenerative disease that affects the articular cartilage, causing pain, reduced mobility and reduced quality of life. Early detection and appropriate treatment are key to reducing symptoms and slowing disease progression. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions in patients with knee OA treated at the Artros Medical Centre.
Patients diagnosed with OA of the knee who visit the Artros Medical Centre for a consultation with an orthopaedic specialist will be included in the study. After the visit, they will undergo...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Patients with symptomatic OA of the knee joint, graded 1-3 on the Kellgren-Lawrence scale
- • 2. Patients older than 50 years
- • 3. Patients with access to and proficiency in using a computer,
- • 4. Patients with the capability to follow the exercises outlined.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Grade 4 cartilage defect (cartilage defect up to the subchondral bone), for which surgical treatment is professionally indicated,
- • 2. Planned arthroplasty of the knee joint within the next 6 months,
- • 3. Patients who have had a previous TEP arthroplasty or partial knee arthroplasty (hereafter PEP),
- • 4. Patients with a history of trauma or surgical treatment of the knee joint (osteotomy or treatment of cartilage lesions) in the last 6 months,
- • 5. Patients who have received an intra-articular injection in the knee joint in the last 3 months,
- • 6. Patients who have systemic inflammatory arthritis (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis or gout) or those who have concomitant medical conditions that prevent participation in exercise,
- • 7. Patients who have cognitive impairments or are wheelchair users,
- • 8. Who has co-morbidities,
- • 9. Those who do not have access to a computer have limited language skills that prevent the correct use of tele-rehabilitation or
- • 10. Those who are involved in similar study.
About University Of Novo Mesto
The University of Novo Mesto is a reputable higher education institution committed to advancing scientific research and innovation. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university focuses on conducting rigorous and ethically sound studies aimed at improving healthcare outcomes. Leveraging its multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, the University of Novo Mesto actively contributes to the development of new medical knowledge and therapies, fostering collaboration between academic researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Novo Mesto, , Slovenia
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Karmen Erjavec, prof. dr.
Study Director
University of Novo Mesto
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported