Sound waves for sore knees? early trial tests ultrasound bath for arthritis pain

NCT ID NCT06562374

Terminated Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This small, early study is testing a new device that uses low-frequency ultrasound waves in a bath to see if it can safely help heal knee osteoarthritis and reduce pain. Ten adults aged 40 and older with chronic knee pain will try the treatment every few days. The main goal is to check for safety and any pain relief, but the study is currently on hold.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Low frequency ultrasound therapy device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug, non-invasive way to ease osteoarthritis pain and stiffness at home.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, small trial with only 10 participants and no comparison group. The device may not reduce pain or improve function, and the study is currently suspended.

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Conditions

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osteoarthritis, knee osteoporosis Pain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston

Galveston, Texas, 777555, United States

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