Elbow Joint Contracture, Hemophilia
Conditions
Brief summary
This is a research study of adults with hemophilia that have limitations in elbow joint motion that is the result of bleeding into the joint. People with hemophilia who have bleeding into their elbow joint may have limitations in elbow joint movement and pain in the joint. This research is being done to determine the effect a strength training program has on the amount of movement people with hemophilia and elbow joint disease have.
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Patients of the Oregon health and Science University Hemophilia treatment Center * greater or equal to 18 years old * Loss of elbow range of motion that is greater than or equal to 5 degrees
Exclusion criteria
* Present inhibitor
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Elbow range of motion | measurements to be taken at 4 and 8 weeks after entering study | measurement of change of range of motion over time frame |
Countries
United States