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Dynamic Stability Exercises for Thumb Arthritis

Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Corey McGee
Research Sponsored by University of Minnesota
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
adults with radiographically-confirmed thumb CMC OA
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline
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Study Summary

This trial will help determine if a novel exercise regimen reduces radiographic thumb CMC joint misalignment among persons with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with confirmed thumb CMC osteoarthritis who haven't had hand rehab in the last 6 months. It's not for those with severe arthritis, recent cortisone treatments, joint replacements, inflammatory arthritis, or conditions like Marfan's or Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests a dynamic stability exercise program against standard care to see if it improves thumb alignment and function in people with thumb CMC OA. Participants will have CAT scans before and after an 8-week exercise program to measure changes.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves physical exercises rather than medication, side effects may include muscle soreness or strain. However, these are typically mild and temporary as the body adjusts to new activities.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have been diagnosed with thumb arthritis through imaging tests.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~9 weeks post intervention
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 9 weeks post intervention for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Subluxation of thumb carpometacarpal joint as per CAT scan
Sonography, Speech

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Dynamic Stability Exercise ProgramExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Involves four 60-minute occupational therapy visits as well as a daily home program across a 8-week period. Clinic visits focus primarily on home program coaching, and progression of the exercise regimen. Home programs involve daily exercises which follow the intensity and duration recommended for older adults. The intervention focuses on enhancing mobility and strength of the thumb for use during daily activities.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of MinnesotaLead Sponsor
1,383 Previous Clinical Trials
1,552,060 Total Patients Enrolled
Corey McGeePrincipal InvestigatorUMN

Media Library

Dynamic Stability Exercise Program Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05247398 — Phase 2
Thumb Osteoarthritis Research Study Groups: Dynamic Stability Exercise Program
Thumb Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial 2023: Dynamic Stability Exercise Program Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05247398 — Phase 2
Dynamic Stability Exercise Program 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05247398 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Can the Dynamic Stability Exercise Program be reliably utilized without concern for health risks?

"Considering the lack of efficacy data and prior evidence backing safety, Dynamic Stability Exercise Program was assigned a rating of 2."

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Are there any spots vacant in this clinical research endeavor?

"Affirmative. According to evidence hosted on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial is actively searching for participants and was initially posted in July 18th 2022. The research currently requires 49 individuals from a single location to successfully complete the study."

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How many individuals are involved in this research endeavor?

"Affirmative. Details listed on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrate that this investigation, which was initially published on July 18th 2022, is currently enrolling individuals. The research initiative aims to recruit 49 people from a single medical centre."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Minnesota
How old are they?
65+
What site did they apply to?
University of Minnesota
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
~2 spots leftby Jun 2024