The TARGET Study

CONDITION

Musculoskeletal

GENDER

Both males and females

AGE GROUP

From 50

and above

STATUS

Completed

This project will specifically compare the effects of two different exercise programs for individuals with knee osteoarthritis who have higher body weights and evaluate if they respond differently to either of the exercise programs. As part of this trial all participants will visit a physiotherapist 5 times to have their exercise program prescribed and tailored. Participants will also complete this program at home 3-4 times each week for 9 months. Exercise equipment will be provided and study-trained physios are located throughout Melbourne: 

  • Melbourne
  • Maribyrnong
  • Eltham
  • Cranbourne
  • Camberwell
  • Ringwood
  • Mulgrave

For more information and to register your interest, please visit: www.targetkneestudy.com.au 

CONTACT DETAILS

Clinical Trial Site: Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine
Phone Number: (03) 8344 3109 Email: alexander.kimp@unimelb.edu.au Location: 161 Barry Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

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Approved By: University of Melbourne Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC), reference number 1544919              

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