Optimizing The Management Of Osteoarthritis Through Research And Innovation
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,889,164.00
Summary
I will test new treatments aimed at slowing disease progression and reducing pain in osteoarthritis (OA) by targeting specific disease pathways (metabolic factors and inflammation). I will undertake work examining the causes of hip OA where little is known. All required methodologies and resources to undertake this work are available and the trials underpinned by strong scientific rationale. This research program has high potential for translation and for reducing the burden and cost of OA.
Transforming Treatment Options And Delivery Of Care For Osteoarthritis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,510,793.00
Summary
Osteoarthritis is highly prevalent and a leading cause of disability. Despite this burden, current management is frequently inappropriate and associated with enormous financial costs. This program of research leverages established resources and existing funding to investigate the key challenges for OA in the next decade, including 1) Further enhance the methods for disease modification trials and deploy novel trials, and 2) Optimise the delivery of care for those with extant disease.
Addressing Evidence Gaps And Developing A Novel Treatment To Reduce The Burden Of Post-traumatic Knee Osteoarthritis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$645,205.00
Summary
Arthritis caused by knee injury has a devastating personal and economic impact. Research is needed to develop strategies to prevent arthritis and improve outcomes for people living with arthritis. This research will improve treatment of knee injury to reduce arthritis risk, understand why some people are more likely to get knee arthritis, and develop a new treatment to improve outcomes for people living with knee arthritis. A clinical trial will determine if this treatment achieves this aim.