Osteoarthritis Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
- People over 50 years old (male or female) who have severe, end-stage knee arthritis and are waiting for a total knee replacement surgery
- People who have already been scheduled for a total knee replacement at Prince of Wales Hospital
- People who are able to take part in all study assessments and have agreed to participate in writing and verbally
Who may not be able to join:
- People who have a connective tissue disorder or a muscle inflammation condition (such as myositis)
- People who have previously had a hip or knee joint replacement
- People who are currently unable to move around due to an acute condition, such as a recent hip fracture or a recent hospital stay
- People with a history of substance abuse
- People who have already had a total knee replacement on one knee
- People who are unable to travel to appointments for the treatment sessions
- People who have a condition affecting the nerves or muscles (such as a neuromuscular or neurodegenerative condition)
- People who have a history of inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis)
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
Contact this trial
Principal Investigator: Michael Tim-Yun Ong, Chinese University of Hong Kong
Phone: 26364171
Contact details sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before attending.
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
Changes of knee muscle strength
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 27 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.