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Paraffin Wax + Exercise for Scarring
Washington, United States
N/A
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by Medstar Health Research Institute
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Age ≥ 18 years
Patients with burn scar that crosses an upper or lower extremity joint (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle)
Must not have
Adults unable to provide informed consent
Injury etiology other than burn (ex: cutaneous trauma, cold injury, etc.)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 4th exercise session, an average of 4 weeks post enrollment
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group
Summary
This trial is testing if paraffin wax can improve the movement and function of scars near joints when used with scar rehabilitation therapy. Participants will use paraffin wax along with their exercise therapy. The
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Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with scars across joints due to burns, who are undergoing scar rehabilitation therapy. Participants should be seeking to improve their range of motion and function. Specific eligibility criteria were not provided, so interested individuals should inquire further.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if adding paraffin wax treatments to standard exercise therapy can better improve joint mobility and function in burn patients with scarring than exercise therapy alone.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While the side effects of paraffin wax treatment weren't detailed, it's generally considered safe; potential risks may include mild skin irritation or a heat-related injury if not properly administered.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I have a burn scar across a joint on my arm or leg.
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Exclusion Criteria
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I am unable to understand and give consent for treatment.
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My injury is not a burn but caused by another form of trauma.
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Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 4th exercise session, an average of 4 weeks post enrollment
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~4th exercise session, an average of 4 weeks post enrollment
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary study objectives
Range of motion
Secondary study objectives
Disabilities of the shoulder and hand
Itch visual analog scale
Lower extremities functional scale
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No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Exercise Therapy with Paraffin Wax TreatmentExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group II: Exercise Therapy OnlyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Find a Location
Closest Location:MedStar Washington Hosptial Center· Washington, United States
Who is running the clinical trial?
Medstar Health Research InstituteLead Sponsor
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186,635 Total Patients Enrolled
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