Gut health fix for aching knees? probiotic trial launches

NCT ID NCT06459700

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether taking probiotic supplements for 6 months can reduce pain, improve knee function, and boost quality of life in women aged 45-70 with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will compare the probiotic group to a placebo group to see if the gut bacteria help lower inflammation and ease symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

probiotic supplements

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, safe way to reduce pain and improve daily life for people with knee osteoarthritis.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 86 women. The results may not apply to everyone, and probiotics may not work better than a placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MoReLab, Lund University

    Lund, 22100, Sweden