Tecar therapy for knee arthritis pain in elderly men
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a non-invasive treatment called TECAR therapy (a type of electrical energy) for knee arthritis pain. It may help improve pain, balance, and quality of life in older men with knee osteoarthritis.
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Who can take part
- You have mild or moderate knee osteoarthritis (not severe enough for surgery)
- Symptoms include chronic knee pain lasting over 6 months
- Must be able to walk independently, with or without a cane or walker
- No knee replacement, metal implants, or pacemaker
- No knee injections in the last 3 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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