Knee replacement recovery: comparing body composition groups
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how well people recover after total knee replacement, comparing those with different body composition levels. The goal is to see if a measure called 'phase angle' affects recovery of strength and function.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis (OA).
- You are scheduled to have a total knee replacement.
- You do not have a walking problem caused by a nerve or brain condition like Parkinson's, stroke, or dementia.
- You do not have severe heart, lung, or muscle/bone problems that limit leg strength or daily activity.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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