To evaluate the efficacy of Lyophilized amniotic fluid as compared to the Saline Injection, placebo control in the treatment of moderate osteoarthritis of the knee.
Approximately 180 subjects will be enrolled in one of three dose arms ( 4ml, Saline Placebo and 4ml 2x). The estimated enrollment period is 6 months. Each subject will receive 1 injection and be evaluated for efficacy and safety during a 6 month observation period. The study is expected to be completed within 12 months, inclusive of enrollment and follow-up for all subjects.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Enrollment
156
Amniotic Fluid
Saline Placebo
Central Research Associates, Inc
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Southeastern Center for Clinical Trials
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Weil Foot, Ankle and Orthopedic Institute
Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
Hinsdale Orthopaedic Associates
Hinsdale, Illinois, United States
Reduction in Pain
The proportion of subjects who experience at least 20% improvement over baseline in Visual Analog Scale for Pain at 3 months in the Lyophilized amniotic fluid Injectable versus placebo-treated group.
Time frame: 3 month
Range of Motion
subjects who experience a level of improvement in function as assessed by range of motion at 3 months
Time frame: 3 months
Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score
measurement to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems by looking at pain, functions of daily living, function in sports and recreation, knee related quality of life and other symptoms
Time frame: 4weeks, 6weeks, 3 months, 16 weeks, 6 months
SF-12 Health Health Survey
patient-reported survey assessing patient health
Time frame: 4weeks, 6weeks, 3 months, 16 weeks, 6 months
Activity of Daily Living Questionnaire
Changes in the subject's physical activity level
Time frame: 4weeks, 6weeks, 3 months, 16 weeks, 6 months
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