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Osteoarthritis, Knee Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge osteoarthritis, knee 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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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 Osteoarthritis, Knee Study in Boston

The aim of this research study is to test the feasibility of a physical and mental health intervention (Positive Minds, Strong Joints or PMSJ) for Black adults with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

BMI ≤ 40 kg/m2
Self-identify as Black (including African American)
Knee pain ≥4/10 on a 11 numeric scale over the past week
Scored 5 or more on either the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and/or the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item Scale (GAD-7)
Can speak and understand English at a sufficient level to understand the study procedures and informed consent
Available for study duration
Able to attend remote sessions

Exclusion Criteria

Knee, hip or ankle replacement
Intra-articular corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid knee injection within 3 months
Knee surgery within past 6 months
Currently receiving or received within 3-months any PT for knee OA
Currently receiving or received within 3 months any mental health intervention (excluding pharmacologic treatments)
Planning to initiate physical therapy for joint or low back pain in the next 3months
Planning to initiate any mental health treatment (excluding pharmacologic treatments) in the next 1 month.
Systemic inflammatory arthritis (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
Neurologic conditions (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, etc.)
Contraindications to starting an exercise program.
Suspected substance abuse
Lack capacity to consent
Pregnancy (self-report)
Participation in another clinical trial for any joint or muscle pain
Planning for a major surgery in the next 6 months
Having high risk mental health symptoms (active suicidality, bipolar disorder, mania, psychosis, schizophrenia)
Receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer (except non-melanoma skin cancer)

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 (NCT06493903) 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.

Osteoarthritis, Knee Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for osteoarthritis, knee treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06493903) 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 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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