Low Dose Radiation Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if one course of low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) helps as much as two courses of LDRT in people with osteoarthritis.
The main questions it aims to answer are whether pain control, joint function, and quality of life are the same with one course of LDRT.
Participants will receive LDRT and can expect to be in the study for up to 3 months.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jessica Schuster, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with knee osteoarthritis who are seeking relief from joint pain and stiffness. People with other major health issues or conditions that could interfere with the study may not be able to participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Low Dose Radiation Therapy
Trial Overview
The study compares one course versus two courses of low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) to see which works better for improving knee pain, movement, and quality of life over about 3 months.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants will receive two courses of LDRT
Participants will receive one course of LDRT
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Lead Sponsor
Radiation Oncology Institute
Collaborator
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