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NCT03184545 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 3

Comparing the Outcome of Electrical Stimulation and Physical Therapy in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

A Phase 3 study of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, sponsored by Northwell Health.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
92
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT03184545 is a Phase 3 study of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome that is actively recruiting participants, run by Northwell Health. The registered enrollment target is 92 participants, below the 137-participant average among 10 other Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome trials with a reported enrollment target (33% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT03184545, a Phase 3 study of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Northwell Health.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
92 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

The purpose of study is to evaluate the efficacy of the electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) device in patients with patellofemoral pain known as anterior knee pain. Usual treatment for it is physical therapy (PT). We want to evaluate and see if adding the electrical muscle stimulation will fasten the recovery and improved outcome in patellofemoral pain syndrome. Half of participants will receive EMS and PT while other half will receive PT only.

Conditions Studied

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Interventions

  • OTHER Physical therapy
  • DEVICE EMS

Study Locations (1)

New York

  • New York Bone and Joint Specialists - New York

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 92 participants
Start Date 2017-07-24
Est. Completion 2027-06
Phase Phase 3

Sponsor

Northwell Health

370 total trials

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What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03184545

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03184545 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 3. The registered enrollment target is 92 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 137-participant average among 10 other Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome trials with a reported enrollment target (33% lower). The listed sponsor is Northwell Health, which has 370 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 1 condition, with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Physical therapy is the first listed.

NCT03184545 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include New York.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT03184545 about?

NCT03184545 is a clinical study titled "Comparing the Outcome of Electrical Stimulation and Physical Therapy in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome". The purpose of study is to evaluate the efficacy of the electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) device in patients with patellofemoral pain known as anterior knee pain. Usual treatment for it is physical therapy (PT). We want to evaluate and see if adding the electrical muscle stimulation will fasten th...

What is the current status of trial NCT03184545?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 3 study. The enrollment target is 92 participants. The study started on 2017-07-24. Estimated completion is 2027-06.

What conditions does trial NCT03184545 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03184545?

The interventions under investigation include: Physical therapy (OTHER), EMS (DEVICE).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03184545?

This trial is sponsored by Northwell Health, which has 370 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT03184545 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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