Clinical trials: Musculoskeletal Physiology
Rehabilitation, Neck Pain
Work Place Adjusted Intelligent Physical Exercise Reducing Musculoskeletal Pain in Shoulder and Neck (VIMS) - Shoulder Function
Basic strength training for the neck/shoulder muscles can decrease intensity of neck/shoulder pain, but it is uncertain whether training should focus directly on the upper trapezius - which is most often tender - or on the lower…
- Conditions
- Rehabilitation, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Scapular Dyskinesis
- Trial name
- VIMS03 (NCT01205542)
- Testing
- Training, Reference
- Where
- Denmark
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Denmark
Platelet Rich Plasma Injection, Ultrasonography
The Effects of Intra-articular and Peri-articular Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) Injections ın Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis
The primary objective of this study is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided combined intra-articular and peri-articular platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections with intra-articular PRP injections alone in…
- Conditions
- Platelet Rich Plasma Injection, Ultrasonography, Gonarthrosis
- Trial name
- NCT07339137
- Testing
- Conservative Therapy, Intra-Articular PRP, Peri-Articular PRP
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
Muscle Weakness, ICU-acquired Weakness
Improving Muscle Function in Nutritionally at Risk, Elderly Patients
The investigators propose to conduct a randomized, control trial of β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplementation in elderly patients (≥65 years of age) with acute respiratory failure, who are identified at high risk for…
- Trial name
- NCT03071354
- Testing
- HMB protein supplement (3g), Nutritional Supplement
- Where
- United States
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Myositis, Dermatomyositis
High-intensity Strength Training in Myositis
This study evaluates the effects of a high-intensity strength training in patients with myositis with the primary outcome being quality of life (SF-36).
- Conditions
- Myositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy
- Trial name
- HI-STIM (NCT04486261)
- Testing
- High-intensity strength training
- Where
- Denmark
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Prospective Observational Cohort Study of Cardiac Structure and Function in Children and Adults With Osteogenesis Imperfecta
This prospective observational investigation will examine the incidence and progression of cardiologic findings in individuals with OI across different age groups.
- Trial name
- OI Cardio (NCT07287241)
- Testing
- Imaging evaluation, Echocardiography
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Arthritis
Evaluation of the Active Living Every Day Exercise Program for People With Arthritis
The primary goal of this study is to assess the effectiveness and feasibility of the Active Living Every Day Physical Activity Program (ALED) for people with arthritis.
- Trial name
- NCT00146367
- Testing
- Active Living Every Day
- Volunteers
- 355 people
- Sponsor
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Effects of SARAH Protocol in Women With Rheumatoid Arthritis
The aim of this study is to analyze the effect of the SARAH protocol, which is a set of exercises with components of muscle strengthening, range of motion gain and home exercises, combined with an educational intervention, on…
- Trial name
- NCT05375422
- Testing
- SARAH
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 6 people
- Sponsor
- Federal University of Espirito Santo
Rhematoid Arthritis
LA Function and Dimensions As Predictors of Disease Activity in RA
the aim of this study is to describe subclinical echocardiographic changes of the LA (dimensions and function) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
- Trial name
- NCT06593990
- Testing
- echocardography, musculoskeletal ultrasonography, lipid profile test
- Volunteers
- 108 people
- Sponsor
- Assiut University
Exercise, Ankylosing Spondylitis
Clinical Pilates and Aerobic Exercise in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
The aim of our study is to investigate the effect of Clinical Pilates Exercises on functional status and quality of life when applied together with aerobic exercise in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS).
- Trial name
- NCT03211559
- Testing
- Exercise
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Eastern Mediterranean University
Knee Osteoarthritis
WBV Training on Physical Function and Muscle Strength in Knee OA
In this study compare different frequencies of whole body vibration training on physical function and muscle strength in patients with knee osteoarthritis.
- Trial name
- NCT04496622
- Testing
- WBV technique, Whole body vibration technique
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 29 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Fibromyalgia
Effects of Pain Therapeutic Education and Hydrotherapy on Physical Function, Pain and Sleep of Women With Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a prevalent and disabling disease, that affects mostly women and its main characteristic is chronic pain. Several studies have shown that hydrotherapy is effective in the improvement of symptoms and quality…
- Trial name
- NCT03073642
- Testing
- Pain Education, Hydrotherapy
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 90 people
- Sponsor
- Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos
Osteoarthritis, Thumb Arthritis
Predictive Model for 1-Year Pain and Function Outcomes After Thumb Joint Surgery in Osteoarthritic Patients
This study aims to develop a predictive model to help doctors better understand expected outcomes one year after thumb joint surgery for osteoarthritis.
- Conditions
- Osteoarthritis, Thumb Arthritis, Arthroplasty of the MCP Joint
- Trial name
- NCT06740851
- Testing
- Touch® Trapeziometacarpal Joint Arthroplasty
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 330 people
- Sponsor
- Michael Oyewale
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
The Effect of Acupuncture Therapy on Cognitive Function in Post-COVID-19 Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Background of study: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a common sequela after SARS-CoV-2 infection(COVID-19). Cognitive dysfunction is one of the most common debilitating symptoms in ME/CFS.
- Trial name
- NCT07357688
- Testing
- Acupuncture
- Where
- 2 sites in China
- Volunteers
- 99 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Xi Wu
Osteopenia, Spine Fusion
Denosumab Effect on Bone Quality and Function After Lumbar Fusion Surgery
Degenerative lumbar spinal diseases have become a common health problem and the most frequent indication for spinal surgery in elderly individuals.
- Conditions
- Osteopenia, Spine Fusion, Denosumab Allergy
- Trial name
- NCT05415657
- Testing
- Denosumab
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 76 people
- Sponsor
- Shenzhen People's Hospital
Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis
Hand Function in Patients With Poly- or Dermatomyositis
The aim of this study is to investigate the hand function in patients with poly-and dermatomyositis and compare this to healthy individuals and norm values and secondly if hand function correlates to activity performance and…
- Trial name
- NCT00866125
- Volunteers
- 31 people
- Sponsor
- Karolinska Institutet
Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation, Chronic Low-back Pain
High Frequency RF Current Effects on Muscle Pain and Function
The purpose of this study is to examine the acute and chronic effects of high frequency electrical current transfer (frequently called "TECAR") on pain and functional movement in individuals with a musculoskeletal injury or pain.
- Conditions
- Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation, Chronic Low-back Pain, Hamstring Injury, Muscle; Injury, Quadriceps (Thigh)
- Trial name
- NCT05345015
- Testing
- Radiofrequency Energy Transfer, Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation
- Where
- 2 sites in Greece
- Volunteers
- 200 people
- Sponsor
- Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki
Neuromuscular Diseases in Children, Respiratory Function Impaired
Respiratory Functions, Thoracoabdominal Movements and Exercise Capacity in Neuromuscular Diseases
The clinical trial titled "Investigation of Respiratory Functions, Thoracoabdominal Movements, and Exercise Capacity in Neuromuscular Diseases" aims to evaluate the respiratory functions, thoracoabdominal movements, and exercise…
- Conditions
- Neuromuscular Diseases in Children, Respiratory Function Impaired, Respiratory Insufficiency, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Trial name
- NCT06756633
- Testing
- Respiratory Function Test, Structured light plethysmography, 6 Minute Walking Test
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 42 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Lokman Hekim University
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Agility Exercise
Compare the Agility Exercise and Resistance Exercise on Physical Function and Stability in Osteoporotic Women
Osteoporosis weakens bones with age, increasing fracture risk. Exercise improves physical function and reduces falls, crucial for preventing osteoporotic fractures, especially with balance, resistance, and multi-component…
- Conditions
- Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Agility Exercise, Physical Function, Balance Stability
- Trial name
- NCT06457308
- Testing
- Physical training of agility, Physical training of resistance
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 51 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare
Stroke, Spasticity
Early Injection of Botulinum Toxin on Motor Function and Gait Pattern in Stroke Patients
Spasticity, muscle weakness, abnormal gait pattern are co-morbidities commonly seen in stroke patients. They cause disabled condition of patients in activities of daily life and functional performance, and also accidental falls…
- Trial name
- NCT01817816
- Testing
- Botox_A, Botox_B
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- Changhua Christian Hospital
Stroke, Parkinson's Disease
Inpatient Physical Activity Function Through Enhanced Participation Levels in Animal-Assisted Therapy Programs
Thousands of canines are used for therapy in health care centers throughout the United States as part of a volunteer therapy team, yet little is known about the outcomes provided by these teams.
- Conditions
- Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Muscle Weakness
- Trial name
- NCT02606006
- Testing
- Canine Animal-Assisted Therapy, Standard of Care Physical Therapy
- Where
- United States
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences