Rochester, MNNCT06887829Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Osteoarthritis, Knee Clinical Trial in Rochester, MN

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

Sponsored by Mayo Clinic

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Rochester

    Convenient for MN 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 Rochester site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Osteoarthritis, Knee Study in Rochester

The primary aim of this study is to investigate whether low-dose radiotherapy is an effective treatment to reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. A secondary aim is to determine whether patients experience any more measurable side effects than those receiving sham treatments.

Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

• patient's primary care provider is at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN
age 50-100 years
ICOAP pain scale A1 at least moderate intensity or B6 at least moderate intensity
diagnosed with primary knee OA ICD-10 codes M17.x o You have not had recurrent episodes of sudden onset of warmth, redness, or swelling of the affected knee
physical exam findings of medial or lateral joint line tenderness on palpation that is in the same location as the knee pain.
absence of primary knee pain in the pes anserine or hamstring or gastrocnemius, quadriceps, or patellar tendons on exam.
radiographic Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2-3 on 4-view knee x-rays taken within the last year ability to complete surveys electronically by email

Exclusion Criteria

• Kellgren-Lawrence grade 1 or 4
pregnancy or women 54 years and younger with potential for pregnancy (if they or their partner have not had tubal ligation, hysterectomy, or vasectomy)
history of ipsilateral intraarticular knee surgery
use of injected corticosteroids within 3 months or hyaluronans within 6 months or within 1 month if there was no sustained improvement post-injection of either corticosteroid or hyaluronan.
history of trauma to this knee in the last year that clearly caused the pain now present
history of RA, gout, pseudogout, hemarthroses (eg, hemophilic arthropathy) or other inflammatory arthritis involving this knee
history of symptomatic hip OA
history of psychosis, personality disorder, uncontrolled affective disorder
history of fibromyalgia
malignancy requiring active treatment current regular use of opiate analgesics, PRP, or acupuncture for the knees

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 Rochester?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06887829) has an active research site in Rochester, MN 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.

Osteoarthritis, Knee Treatment Options in Rochester, MN

If you're searching for osteoarthritis, knee treatment options in Rochester, MN, this clinical trial (NCT06887829) 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 Rochester research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced osteoarthritis, knee 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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