Balneotherapy for knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether balneotherapy (soaking in mineral-rich baths) can help relieve pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. You may be a good fit if you are over 50, have moderate to severe knee OA, and are willing to try this natural treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are over 50 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis.
- Your knee osteoarthritis is at a moderate to severe stage (grade 2-4).
- You are willing to try balneotherapy (mineral baths) as a treatment.
- You do not have serious health conditions like cancer, active infection, or uncontrolled heart/lung problems.
- You have not had a total knee replacement, recent knee injections, or take certain strong anti-inflammatory medications.
- Your BMI (body mass index) is 30 or less.
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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