NCT07168590 Anatomical Axis on X-Ray and Its Relationship With Pain and Kinesiophobia in Knee Osteoarthritis
| NCT ID | NCT07168590 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Selim Sezikli |
| Condition | Knee Osteoarthritis |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-09-08 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-09-08 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2025-09-08 with a primary completion date of 2026-09-08.
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Brief Summary
Knee osteoarthritis is a common joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and limitations in daily activities, especially in older adults. Changes in the alignment of the lower limb, called the anatomical axis, can increase the mechanical load on the knee joint and may affect pain and mobility. This study aims to investigate the relationship between the anatomical axis measured on knee X-rays and patients' pain levels, functional status, quality of life, and fear of movement (kinesiophobia). This is a single-center, observational, cross-sectional study. Adult patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis who have a standard knee X-ray taken within the last 6 months and who volunteer to participate will be included. Pain will be measured with the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), functional status with the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), quality of life with the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36), and kinesiophobia with the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK). The femoro-tibial angle and joint space width will be measured on X-rays by two independent observers. By examining the relationship between radiographic alignment and clinical findings, this study may provide new insights into the comprehensive evaluation of knee osteoarthritis and help guide treatment planning for patients.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis (clinical and radiographic) * Having an anteroposterior knee X-ray taken within the last 6 months * Voluntary agreement to participate in the study * Cognitive ability sufficient to understand test instructions Exclusion Criteria: * History of knee surgery * Illiteracy (inability to read/write) * Refusal to participate * Presence of orthopedic conditions that prevent walking (e.g., amputation, joint prosthesis)
Contact & Investigator
Selim Sezikli, MD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Istanbul Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07168590 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Knee Osteoarthritis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07168590 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07168590 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at selimsezikli@hotmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07168590 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07168590 clinical trial?
NCT07168590 is sponsored by Selim Sezikli. The principal investigator is Selim Sezikli, MD at Istanbul Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.