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Knee Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Boston University Charles River Campus

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All study-related knee osteoarthritis treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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 Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Knee Osteoarthritis Study in Boston

The goal of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) is to test the feasibility of an 10-week telehealth mindful exercise intervention compared to a telehealth exercise only intervention for people with knee osteoarthritis (OA). This RCT will be fully digital with all recruitment, assessments, and intervention being conducted remotely.

Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Meet National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence clinical guidelines for knee osteoarthritis (i.e., age ≥ 50 years, presence of activity related pain, no morning knee stiffness or presence of morning knee stiffness ≤ 30 minutes)
Knee pain on most days for 3 months or more
Average overall knee pain severity of ≥ 4 on an 11-point numeric rating scale over last 7 days, at least 2 weeks apart
Able to attend remote sessions
Can speak and understand English at a sufficient level to understand the study procedures and informed consent.
Available for study duration

Exclusion Criteria

Contraindications to exercise
Other pain in lower back or legs that is greater than knee pain
Received physical therapy treatment for knee OA in the past 6 months or currently receiving physical therapy
Received any mindfulness programs such as Tai Chi, meditation, etc. in the past 6 months or currently receiving such program
Currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer except non-melanoma skin cancer
History of other disease that may involve the index joint including inflammatory joint disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, seronegative spondyloarthropathy (eg, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease related arthropathy), crystalline disease (eg, gout or pseudogout), lupus erythematosus, knee joint infections, Paget's disease affecting the knee, or knee joint tumors.
Any knee surgery in the previous 6 months
Joint replacement in either hip or ankle
Previous knee osteotomy partial or total knee replacement in either knee
Planned major treatment for knee OA (e.g., surgery, injections, physical therapy) during the study period
Planned major surgery in the next 6 months
Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections in either knee in the previous 3 months
Neurological conditions that impacts motor functioning (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, diabetic neuropathy, etc).
Pregnancy (self-report)
Participation in another clinical trial for any joint or muscle pain
Suspected or known drugs or alcohol abuse

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 Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06684587) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA

If you're searching for knee osteoarthritis treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06684587) 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 Boston 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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