Scientists probe muscle 'Breathing' in arthritic knees

NCT ID NCT07471204

Summary

This study aims to understand how knee osteoarthritis affects muscle function by measuring oxygen levels in the thigh muscle. Researchers will compare 34 people with knee arthritis to healthy individuals, measuring oxygen before, during, and after a simple squat exercise. The goal is to learn more about the muscle problems linked to arthritis pain and weakness, which could help design better physical therapy in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Lab.

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    Istanbul, Büyükçekmece, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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