El Paso, TXNCT06105788Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Knee Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial in El Paso, TX

Access cutting-edge knee osteoarthritis treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in El Paso. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Texas, El Paso

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to El Paso

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit El Paso site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Knee Osteoarthritis Study in El Paso

The objective of the study is to explore the effects of arm exercise (UE, arm ergometer) vs. leg exercise (LE, cycling ergometer) on exercise-induced hypoalgesia (EIH), central pain mechanisms and knee pain in people with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Furthermore, we will explore relations of socioeconomic status, racial discrimination, acculturative stress, and autonomic function to exercise effects on EIH, central pain mechanisms, and knee pain. This will be a pilot randomized cross-over study where all participants undergo Day 1 (baseline assessments), Day 2 (UE or LE), and Day 3 (UE or LE).

Sponsor: University of Texas, El Paso

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

We will recruit participants with knee OA, using the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's clinical diagnostic criteria, which does not require radiographs. The clinical diagnostic criteria include:
activity-related knee pain
either no morning joint-related stiffness or stiffness that lasts ≤ 30 minutes.
knee pain at least 4 on a 0-10 pain scale
knee pain as a chief complaint if having multiple pain
understand English

Exclusion Criteria

peripheral neuropathy or other sensation loss on the body sites for pain measurements (i.e., the wrist, knee, the forearm)
use of medical devices electrically active (e.g., pacemaker)
chronic use of opioids
pregnant women
serious and uncontrolled concomitant disease, including cardiovascular, nervous system, pulmonary, renal, hepatic, metabolic, hormonal, endocrine, gastrointestinal or epileptic disease
rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and any neurological disorders that prevent the study procedure
cognitive impairment
history of a knee replacement surgery
inability to perform exercise due to severe pain or other symptoms
any intervention procedures for knee pain in the last 3 months Inclusion and exclusion criteria for pain-free controls (Target n = 20) Pain-free controls are not having a pain-related medical condition. They have to speak and understand English. Pain-free controls are excluded if they had experienced a pain episode, caused by musculoskeletal injury or otherwise in the previous 3 months.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in El Paso?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06105788) has an active research site in El Paso, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment Options in El Paso, TX

If you're searching for knee osteoarthritis treatment options in El Paso, TX, this clinical trial (NCT06105788) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our El Paso research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced knee osteoarthritis specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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