Hyperostosis

This study compares two types of spinal fusion cages used in back surgery: a new titanium cage with a special rough surface and a standard plastic cage. About 100 adults with spine problems like narrowing of the spinal canal or slipped vertebrae will be randomly assigned to recei…

This study follows people who carry a gene mutation that puts them at high risk for Paget's disease of the bone. They previously received either zoledronic acid or a placebo in the ZiPP trial. Now researchers will track them for another 5 years to see if the drug can prevent or d…

This small pilot study is testing whether using heat (radiofrequency ablation) to disable a nerve in the heel can relieve chronic pain from plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. The 31 participants have had pain for over 6 months and tried at least four other treatments without succes…

This study compares two treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. One group will receive shockwave therapy, a costly procedure, while the other will get myofascial release, a hands-on massage technique. Researchers want to see if the cheaper option works just…

This study looks at whether a genetic test can predict who will develop Paget's disease of the bone, a condition that can cause pain, deformity, and hearing loss. Researchers are studying 135 people aged 45 and older who have a parent or sibling with Paget's but do not have the d…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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 …

This 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 The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.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…