Therapeutic Gloves for Hand Osteoarthritis

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Altoona Center for Clinical Research

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this study is to evaluate change in symptoms using semiconductor embedded gloves for hand osteoarthritis.

Research Team

Eligibility Criteria

This clinical trial is open to individuals suffering from hand osteoarthritis. Specific inclusion and exclusion criteria are not provided but typically involve factors like age range, severity of condition, and absence of certain medical conditions or treatments that could interfere with the study.

Inclusion Criteria

I am willing and able to follow the study's schedule and rules.

I am between 40 and 75 years old.

I have a type of hand arthritis diagnosed by X-rays and meet specific criteria.

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Exclusion Criteria

I have a neurological condition like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease.

I've had hand surgery in the past 5 years or injections in the last 6 months.

I currently have an infection.

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Semiconductor Embedded Therapeutic Gloves (Other)

Trial OverviewThe study investigates whether wearing semiconductor embedded therapeutic gloves can improve symptoms in patients with hand osteoarthritis compared to non-invasive circulation gloves.

Participant Groups

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Placebo Group

Group I: Semiconductor circulation glovesActive Control1 Intervention

The gloves will have semiconductors embedded in the fabric.

Group II: Placebo circulation glovesPlacebo Group1 Intervention

The gloves will look identical to the active circulation gloves, but will not have semiconductors embedded into the fabric