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A Multi-centre Study of Shoe-worn Insoles and Knee Osteoarthritis
Led by University of British Columbia · Updated on 2025-03-25
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
95 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
U
University of British Columbia
Lead Sponsor
W
Western University
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Shoe-worn insoles (also known as orthotics) can provide symptomatic relief for people with knee osteoarthritis. However, given they act at the feet, and given that many people with knee osteoarthritis also report foot pain, it is important to assess the effects of these devices at both joints. We will conduct a multi-centre randomized pilot trial to determine feasibility and preliminary efficacy.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
A Multi-centre Study of Shoe-worn Insoles and Knee Osteoarthritis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Medial tibiofemoral osteoarthritis confirmed by X-rays showing osteophytes and joint space narrowing in the medial knee compartment
- History of knee pain lasting longer than 6 months
- Average self-reported knee pain of at least 3 out of 10 over the past 6 months
- Pain present in the same foot or feet as the painful knee or knees
- Ability to communicate in English
- Demonstrated immediate biomechanical response to the insoles during assessment
You will not qualify if you...
- Radiographic evidence of more lateral tibiofemoral osteoarthritis than medial
- Knee surgery or intra-articular injection within the previous 6 months
- Use of corticosteroids within the last 6 months for any reason
- Presence of a systemic arthritic condition
- History of knee joint replacement or tibial osteotomy
- Any other condition that affects lower limb function
- Current use of shoe-worn insoles or plans to obtain footwear modifications in the next 6 months
- Previous experience with insoles that caused increased lower limb pain or led to stopping use
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Motion Analysis and Biofeedback Laboratory
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V5R 3N9
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Research Team
N
Natasha Krowchuk
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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