How knee replacement affects walking and balance
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study measures how well you walk and sense your knee position before and after knee replacement surgery. It aims to understand how the surgery improves your movement and daily function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult with knee arthritis shown on an X-ray or MRI
- You are scheduled for a total knee replacement
- Your knee arthritis is not caused by another condition like rheumatoid arthritis
- You can walk without a cane or walker for at least 6 months
- You can stand up from a chair without using your arms
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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