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Avascular necrosis
MONDO:0018373Necrotic changes in the bone tissue due to interruption of blood supply. Most often affecting the epiphysis of the long bones, the necrotic changes result in the collapse and the destruction of the bone structure.
Also known as: AVN, avascular necrosis of bone
161 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New hip implant aims to cut repeat surgeries
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new hip implant called the OR3O Dual Mobility System in 177 people who need hip replacement surgery. The goal is to see if the implant is safe and lasts longer without needing another surgery. Researchers will follow participants for up to 10 years to chec…
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill replace infusions for gaucher brain symptoms?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called venglustat, given alongside the standard enzyme therapy Cerezyme, in adults with Gaucher disease type 3 (a rare genetic disorder affecting the body and brain). The study has four parts: first, it checks spinal fluid biomarkers to disti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genzyme, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New modular shoulder implant aims to improve outcomes in tough revision surgeries
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new modular shoulder replacement system in 105 people who need complex revision surgery due to joint disease, trauma, or cancer. The device can replace part or all of the upper arm bone. Researchers are tracking how long the implant lasts and how well pati…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could your own tooth help regrow jawbone? new trial tests graft and laser combo
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a graft made from a person's own extracted tooth, with or without low-level laser therapy, helps regrow jawbone after a tooth is pulled. About 21 healthy adults who need at least two back teeth removed and later replaced with implants will take part. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New surgical technique aims to heal jaw bone damage from medications
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a surgical approach for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), a condition where jaw bone dies after certain drugs. Surgeons use a special ultrasonic device (piezosurgery) to remove dead bone, then close the area with a double-layer flap. Twenty pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New hip stem implant tracked for 10 years in 313 patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well the Insignia Hip Stem works and how safe it is for people needing a total hip replacement. It includes 313 adults with conditions like hip arthritis or fractures. Researchers will check implant survival and hip function for up to 10 years after surger…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stryker Orthopaedics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New shoulder implant tracked in 200 patients for pain and function
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 adults getting a shoulder replacement with the Zimmer Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System. It aims to see how long the implant lasts and how well it relieves pain and improves movement in people with conditions like arthritis, fractures, or failed prio…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could a common muscle drug and vitamin e heal jaw bone death?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of pentoxifylline (a muscle pain drug) and vitamin E can help heal jaw bone damage caused by osteoporosis or cancer treatments. About 100 people with medication-related jaw bone death will receive either the drug combo plus standard …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New study tests whether No-Cement knee implants outperform traditional ones
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of total knee replacement systems: one that uses cement to hold the implant in place and one that does not. Researchers will track 300 patients with knee pain from arthritis or deformity over 5 years to see which implant leads to better pain relief, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New hip implant under study for Long-Term success
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking how well a new hip replacement part (the HYPE stem) works and lasts over 10 years. About 180 people with hip disease from arthritis or injury will get the implant. Doctors will use X-rays and surveys to see if the implant stays firmly in place and helps red…
Sponsor: Societe dEtude, de Recherche et de Fabrication • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Hip replacement device study pulled before it started
Disease control TerminatedThis study planned to test a new hip replacement device (the HYPE stem) in people with hip arthritis or other hip damage. The goal was to see how well the device works and if it is safe. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are ava…
Sponsor: Societe dEtude, de Recherche et de Fabrication • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Shoulder device under 10-Year watch
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 194 people who received the Comprehensive Nano shoulder device to replace their shoulder joint due to arthritis, bone death, or deformity. Researchers will track how long the implant lasts and how well patients can use their shoulder over 10 years. The goal is …
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can stem cells save dying hip bones? new study halted
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a treatment using stem cells from donated umbilical cords for people with early-stage osteonecrosis (bone death) of the hip. The goal is to see if the cells are safe and can help control the disease, possibly avoiding the need for hip replacement. The study was s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sclnow Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New knee device tracked in 757-Patient study
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 757 people who received the Persona Partial Knee system, a device used to replace only the damaged part of the knee. The goal is to see how long the implant lasts and how well patients function afterward. Participants have knee arthritis or related conditions a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo treatment aims to save hips from collapse
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a procedure for people with early-stage osteonecrosis (bone death) of the hip. Doctors drill into the hip bone, inject a concentrated sample of the patient's own bone marrow, and add a special bone graft material called Genex. The goal is to see if this helps bon…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New shoulder replacement system tracked in global study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is following 110 people who received a Tornier HRS shoulder replacement to see how well it improves pain and function. Participants have conditions like arthritis, fractures, or rotator cuff tears. The goal is to collect long-term safety and performance data for regula…
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New hip liner tracked for 10 years: will it last?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 52 people who already received a Vivacit-E hip liner during total hip replacement. Researchers will track how long the implant lasts and any problems over 10 years. The goal is to confirm the liner is safe and helps reduce pain and improve movement for conditio…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New shoulder implant tracked for 10 years in 73 patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 73 people who received a shoulder replacement using the Anatomical Shoulder Domelock System. The goal is to see how well the device works and how safe it is over 10 years. Participants have conditions like arthritis or avascular necrosis and have not improved w…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop hip bone death from steroids
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called RAB001 in people with early-stage hip bone damage caused by long-term steroid use. About 160 participants will receive either a low, medium, or high dose of RAB001, or a standard bone drug (alendronate). The goal is to see if RAB001 can reduce t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ZhongShan LaiBo RuiChen BioMedicine Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Hip implants under the microscope: 8-Year Follow-Up study launched
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is checking the long-term safety and performance of two hip implant devices (RingLoc Bipolar Acetabular Cup and Endo II Femoral Head) used in hip replacement surgery. Researchers will follow 116 patients who had their surgery at least eight years ago, tracking complica…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New hip implant aims to improve joint replacement outcomes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing the CATALYSTEM hip system in 119 people who need a total hip replacement due to conditions like arthritis or hip damage. The goal is to see if the implant is safe and works well, focusing on how long it lasts without needing a second surgery. Participants wi…
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Hip replacement stem under review: 5-Year safety and performance study
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the safety and performance of a cemented hip stem (TrendHip®) in 119 people who had hip replacement surgery. It tracks pain, function, and quality of life for up to 5 years after surgery. The goal is to confirm the device works well in everyday use.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New knee implant under review: will it hold up?
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 100 people who received a new type of knee replacement device called EVOLUTION® NitrX™. The goal is to see how safe and effective it is over time. Participants have conditions like arthritis or knee damage. The main measure is a patient-reported score of knee f…
Sponsor: MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Hip implant under the microscope: 2-Year safety check
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 102 people who received the aneXys hip replacement cup to see how safe and effective it is over 2 years. Researchers measure if the cup moves and track pain and function using standard scores. The goal is to confirm the device works well in everyday use.
Sponsor: Mathys Ltd Bettlach • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Gene therapy shot aims to fix gaucher disease in kids
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a single intravenous dose of LY-M001 gene therapy in 9 children (ages 6 to 17) with type 1 Gaucher disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and can improve key symptoms like liver size and blood markers. Researchers will monitor participants for side…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Gum disease breakthrough? blood concentrate shows promise in small trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether adding injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin (i-PRF), a natural concentrate from a patient's own blood, to standard deep cleaning improves gum disease outcomes. In 13 adults with moderate to severe periodontitis, one side of the mouth received the combined tre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Mustansiriyah University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New shoulder implant tested for long-term relief in severe tears and arthritis
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 adults who receive the Shoulder iD™ implant to treat severe rotator cuff tears or shoulder arthritis. Researchers measure how well the shoulder works and how often the implant needs to be fixed or replaced over 10 years. Participants attend regular check-up…
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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3D-Printed ankle bone implant tested in new study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a custom 3D-printed device that replaces the talus bone in the ankle. The device is designed for people with severe bone damage from conditions like avascular necrosis or large cartilage defects. Researchers will follow 50 participants for 5 years to see if …
Sponsor: Restor3D • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New hip implant coating aims to cut infection risk and boost bone bonding
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new coating on a hip replacement implant that may help prevent infections and help the implant bond better with the bone. About 340 adults needing a hip replacement will receive either the coated or standard implant. The goal is to see if the coated implant wor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Societe ACTIVBIOMAT • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Hip implant Follow-Up study aims to confirm Long-Term safety
Disease control OngoingThis study tracks 100 adults who need a hip replacement to see how well the Avenir cemented hip stem works and holds up over time. Participants have conditions like arthritis, hip fractures, or hip damage from past surgeries. The main goal is to measure how long the implant lasts…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Gene therapy for gaucher disease: 5-year safety check begins
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 75 people with Gaucher disease type 1 who previously received FLT201 gene therapy. Researchers will monitor them for 5 years to see if the treatment remains safe and if its effects last. The goal is to understand whether a single dose can provide long-term dise…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spur Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New shoulder implant under review: will it hold up over time?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well a special shoulder implant works for people who need a joint replacement due to arthritis, injury, or bone loss. Researchers will track 22 participants to see how long the implant lasts and if there are any problems. The goal is to make sure the impla…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New knee implant under review: could it ease arthritis pain?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing the Persona Ti-Nidium knee implant in 240 people who need total knee replacement due to conditions like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The goal is to see if the implant is safe and improves knee function and pain. Participants will be followed over …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New hip liner under Long-Term watch: will it hold up?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is following 202 people who received a special hip liner during hip replacement surgery. The goal is to see how long the liner lasts and whether it causes any problems over time. Participants are adults aged 18 to 80 with conditions like arthritis or hip fractures. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New hip stem tested for Long-Term stability
Disease control OngoingThis study is tracking 100 people who received a total hip replacement with a specific implant called AMIStem C. The main goal is to see how much the implant moves inside the bone over time, using special X-ray analysis. Researchers will also check how well patients recover and h…
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New shoulder implant tracked in 200 patients for lasting relief
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 adults who received the Medacta Shoulder System to treat shoulder problems like arthritis, fractures, or to replace a previous implant. Researchers are checking how long the implant lasts, how well the shoulder works, and any side effects. The goal is to co…
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New hip implant tracked for 10 years – will it last?
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 300 adults aged 18-75 who received a specific type of hip implant (Quadra-P stem) during hip replacement surgery. The goal is to see how well the implant works over 10 years, including how long it lasts and how it improves pain and movement. Participants have c…
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New hip stem under surveillance: how well does it last?
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 100 people who need a hip replacement to see how long the MiniMAX hip stem lasts and how well it works. Participants receive the stem during surgery and are checked for implant survival and hip function using the Harris Hip Score. The goal is to confirm the ste…
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New knee implant under watch: will it last?
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 people who receive a cementless knee replacement (GMK Sphere) to see how long the implant lasts and how well it works. Participants have severe knee damage from arthritis or other conditions. The goal is to monitor safety and performance in real-world use, …
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New hip implant tested for better Long-Term fit
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a new hip implant cup (Trident II) to an older version to see if it stays just as stable in the bone after surgery. Researchers will track 87 patients aged 40-75 for up to 10 years using special X-rays to measure any implant movement. The goal is to ensure the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:06 UTC
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New combo nerve block may ease hip surgery pain better
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests if adding two extra nerve blocks to a standard one can improve pain control and recovery after hip replacement surgery. About 60 adults having hip surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard block alone or the standard block plus the extra bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ataturk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Weekly Check-Ins could boost patient satisfaction for chronic pain
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether having more frequent contact with a clinician (at least once a week) improves satisfaction for people with long-lasting musculoskeletal conditions. Participants were split into two groups: one with standard contact and one with extra check-ins via tex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Massive hip replacement study seeks best stem length
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at over 110,000 people who had hip replacement surgery to see if a longer or shorter hip stem works better. It compares death rates, how often the hip implant needs to be replaced, and patient-reported pain and function. The goal is to find out which stem length …
Sponsor: JointResearch • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a special clinic get workers back on the job faster? norway launches massive study.
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a Norwegian clinic (NSAC) helps people with common mental health issues or muscle pain return to work sooner. 2500 adults are split into three groups: one gets treatment quickly, one waits 10-14 weeks, and one gets a basic check-up. Researchers will track…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nordlandssykehuset HF • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hip cup under observation: will it last?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is observing 60 people who received a special hip replacement cup (Plasmafit Revision Structan) during routine surgery. Researchers are checking how well the cup works and how long it lasts by tracking hip function and any need for repeat surgery. No new treatment is b…
Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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500 patients revisited: how do childhood hip surgeries hold up decades later?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how well treatments for childhood hip conditions (like hip dysplasia and Perthes disease) work over the long term. Researchers at Mayo Clinic are following 500 adults who were treated for these conditions as children. They will check how many needed another su…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New hip implant under observation: will it stand the test of time?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 248 adults receiving a CoreHip hip replacement to see how their hip function, pain, and leg length change over time. Participants are treated as part of routine care, and no extra tests or treatments are given. The goal is to collect real-world data on the impl…
Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Massive PT study mines 4 million records to find what works best
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …
Sponsor: ATI Holdings, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Phone app vs. doctor: can a mobile tool catch infections after surgery?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a mobile monitoring tool could accurately identify surgical site infections (SSIs) in orthopedic surgery patients, compared to the usual manual review. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was design…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Shoulder implant safety tracked for years after surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 76 people who received a pyrocarbon shoulder implant to see how well it works and holds up over 5 to 10 years. Researchers measure shoulder pain, function, and any complications. The goal is to confirm the implant is safe and effective for long-term use.
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Screw count showdown: does one less screw save jawbone?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether using 3 screws instead of 4 to attach a full lower-jaw dental bridge affects bone loss around the implants. Fourteen men with no teeth in their lower jaw and no major health issues are being followed with X-rays over time. The goal is to see if fewer s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Hip implant under observation: will it last?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is following 230 adults who received a G7 hip replacement system to see how long the implant lasts and how well it works. Participants have hip problems like arthritis or bone death. The study does not test a new treatment but simply watches and records outcomes over t…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Researchers track shoulder implant longevity to improve future surgeries
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study gathers information from 160 people who received a shoulder implant to see how long the implant lasts and how safe it is. Participants have conditions like arthritis or fractures. The goal is to use this data to make better implants and help doctors and patients make i…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New shoulder implant under watch: how well does it last?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 200 adults who received the Medacta Shoulder System to treat various shoulder issues like arthritis, fractures, or rotator cuff problems. The main goal is to see how long the implant lasts and how well the shoulder works after surgery. It is a post-market check…
Sponsor: Medacta International SA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC