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Video physiotherapy: a greener, cheaper way to treat pain?

NCT ID NCT07788651

Disease control Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a first physiotherapy appointment done over video works as well as a traditional in-person visit for people with muscle, bone, or joint pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a video or in-person consultation and followed for up to two years. The study compares how well each approach improves daily function, as well as healthcare use, costs, and environmental impact.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Video-based first-contact physiotherapy consultation
What this could lead to
If video consultations prove as effective as in-person visits, they could offer a more convenient and lower-cost way to access physiotherapy, potentially reducing healthcare burdens and carbon emissions.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial, and video assessments may not suit everyone or all conditions. The results may not apply broadly, and there is a risk that video care could be less effective for some patients.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 208 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Oct 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older. * Musculoskeletal complaints. * Sufficient linguistic and cognitive ability to read, understand, and complete a web-based application form and provide informed consent in Swedish. * Willing to attend the clinic in person. Exclusion Criteria: * Ongoing treatment for the current condition with planned follow-up by a physiotherapist. * Lack of access to technology capable of supporting video consultations (e.g., smartphone, computer, or tablet).

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

musculoskeletal system disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Musculoskeletal diseases

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