Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Applications of Ultrasound and Physical Parameters in Assessing Fall Risk in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Lead Sponsor:
National Taiwan University Clinical Trial Center
Conditions:
Knee Osteoarthritis
Ultrasound Exams
Eligibility:
All Genders
60+ years
Brief Summary
Falls are a significant issue for patients with knee osteoarthritis, as they can lead to hospitalization or even more severe consequences. Therefore, it is crucial to assess fall risk early in rehabil...
Detailed Description
Background Falls represent a significant health issue for patients with knee osteoarthritis, potentially leading to hospitalization, disability, or even death. Early screening for fall risk in rehabi...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Males and females aged 60 and above, who are willing to sign an informed consent form.
- Participants must have a clinically confirmed diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis.
- Participants must have received at least one treatment in the outpatient rehabilitation department during the study period.
- Participants must be able to walk independently, even with the aid of assistive devices.
Exclusion
- Individuals who have undergone lower limb surgery or have significant lower limb deformities.
- Individuals with severe cognitive impairment who are unable to understand or comply with the study procedures.
- Individuals who cannot communicate in a language understandable by the research team.
- Individuals with severe comorbidities that affect assessment or treatment (e.g., unable to safely complete assessments or treatments).
- Individuals planning to undergo knee surgery during the study period.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 24 2025
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 31 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
250 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06882928
Start Date
March 24 2025
End Date
December 31 2026
Last Update
March 19 2025
Active Locations (1)
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NTUH
Taipei, Taiwan