Could a pill plus walking ease knee pain and lift mood in veterans?
NCT ID NCT07649291
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether combining the medication duloxetine with a structured walking program can improve physical function, reduce pain, and ease depressive symptoms in veterans with knee osteoarthritis. Participants will be assigned to either the drug-plus-exercise group or a physical therapy referral group. The goal is to find a practical treatment that addresses both pain and mood in this population.
What this could mean
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Active substance
duloxetine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a practical treatment strategy that improves mobility and quality of life for veterans with chronic knee pain and depression.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage trial with 102 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The combination may cause side effects like nausea or dizziness, and the exercise program may be hard to maintain.
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Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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