Voodoo flossing for knee arthritis pain and mobility
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if a special flossing technique (tight elastic bands wrapped around the knee) can improve pain, stiffness, and walking in people with knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for patients who have had knee pain for at least 3 months and have trouble walking or balancing.
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Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 65 years old.
- You have had knee pain for at least 3 months.
- Your knee pain during walking is at least a 2 out of 10 (mild to moderate).
- You have been diagnosed with moderate knee osteoarthritis (Grade II).
- You have not had knee replacement surgery or are not waiting for one.
- You have not received a knee injection (gel or steroid) in the last 6 months.
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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