Brace for inner knee arthritis: new joint distraction brace
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a new brace that gently separates the bones in your knee joint to relieve pressure. It is for people with arthritis on the inner or outer side of their knee who have moderate pain and meet specific health requirements.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 70 years old.
- You have knee arthritis limited to the inner or outer part of the knee.
- Your knee pain is at least moderate (score of 3 or more out of 10) in that specific area.
- Your BMI is under 35 to ensure the brace fits properly.
- You can walk (with or without help) and you do not have a total knee replacement or major knee surgery.
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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