New sock could ease pain after knee surgery

NCT ID NCT04751942

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a special non-compressive bioactive garment helps people recover better than standard TED stockings after total knee replacement. Twenty-three patients wore either the new garment or the standard hose, and researchers measured pain, swelling, range of motion, and painkiller use. The goal is to find a more comfortable way to reduce pain and swelling right after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Non-compressive bioactive garment (device)
What this could lead to: If this garment works better than standard stockings, it could give people a more comfortable way to recover after knee replacement surgery with less pain and swelling.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study with only 23 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The garment might not prove better than the current standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis susceptibility 6 osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OSTEOARTHRITIS KNEES BOTH

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Hospitals Beachwood Medical Center

Beachwood, Ohio, 44122, United States

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