Osteochondrodysplasia
MONDO:0005516A term referring to disorders characterized by abnormalities in the development of bones and cartilage.
Also known as: skeletal dysplasia, congenital skeletal dysplasia, osteochondrodysplasia, cartilage development disorder, congenital anomaly of cartilage
365 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Robot suit aims to get paralyzed patients back on their feet
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a robotic exoskeleton called ReWalk can help people with complete spinal cord injury below T4 walk and improve their health. Fifty participants will either use the exoskeleton or receive standard physical therapy. The goal is to see if the device improves…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pecs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Coordinated care after a fracture could stop the next one
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a fracture liaison service (FLS) — a coordinated care program for people aged 50 and older who have had a hip or spine fracture. The program follows best-practice standards to ensure patients receive bone density tests and appropriate osteoporosis management. Res…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New spinal device shows promise in early fracture study
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new device called VCFix for treating a broken bone in the spine (vertebral compression fracture). Ten adults with a single recent fracture will receive the implant to see if the procedure is safe and works as intended. The goal is to gather early data to plan a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amber Implants B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a monitoring service help osteoporosis patients stick to their meds?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a service designed to help people with osteoporosis take their medications as prescribed. Participants receive education, reminders, and regular follow-up calls. The goal is to see if this support improves medication adherence and reduces fracture risk over 18 mo…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug aims to strengthen bones in kids with rare brittle bone disease
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests setrusumab, a monthly IV infusion, in 6 Japanese children with osteogenesis imperfecta (types I, III, or IV), a condition that causes fragile bones and frequent fractures. The main goal is to see if the drug lowers the number of fractures, including spine…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could adding a second drug boost bone strength in osteoporosis?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding the drug abaloparatide (Tymlos) to the standard treatment denosumab (Prolia) can improve bone density more than denosumab alone in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Seventy women who have already been on denosumab will either continue with…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Osteoporosis drug studied for spine surgery recovery – but trial pulled
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if romosozumab (Evenity) could improve bone density and muscle mass in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis undergoing lumbar spine surgery. Participants would have received monthly injections of romosozumab or weekly alendronate pills for 12 months. How…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug aims to slash fractures in kids with brittle bones
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called romosozumab against standard bone-strengthening medicines (bisphosphonates) in children and teens with osteogenesis imperfecta, a condition that causes fragile bones and frequent fractures. The goal is to see if romosozumab can reduce the number of …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a bone drug fix steroid damage? new study aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if Prolia can improve bone density in people whose bones have weakened from taking steroids (glucocorticoids). About 102 adults in China will receive the drug and be monitored for 12 months. The main goal is to see if bone mass in the lower spine increases.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Hope for kids with rare bone disorder: new drug shows promise in Long-Term trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is for children with hypochondroplasia, a condition that causes short stature and bone differences. Researchers are testing a drug called infigratinib to see if it is safe and helps improve growth over the long term. Participants must have already completed a previous …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: QED Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Coordinated care after fracture could save bones and lives
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) helps people aged 50 and older who have had a hip or spine fracture. Half of the 400 participants get the FLS, which includes bone health checks, medication guidance, diet and exercise advice, and regular phone follow-ups …
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New precision approach could revolutionize osteoporosis care
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a personalized treatment for age-related osteoporosis using the drug teriparatide. Researchers aim to match treatment to each patient's bone turnover rate using simple blood tests, avoiding the need for painful bone biopsies. The trial involves 60 adults aged 45 …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Madhumathi Rao • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Short bone drug boost may tighten spine screws in osteoporosis patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether taking teriparatide (a bone-building drug) for one month before lumbar fusion surgery helps surgeons place screws more securely in patients with osteoporosis. About 192 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or no pretreatment. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Osteoporosis drug may strengthen bones from the inside out
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether taking teriparatide (Forteo) for 24 months can improve bone structure in 100 men and women with osteoporosis. Researchers will use a special CT scan to see changes in bone thickness and microarchitecture at the wrist and shin. The goal is to understand…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can 'Zombie Cell' drugs strengthen aging bones?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of three drugs—dasatinib, quercetin, and nicotinamide riboside—can improve bone health in 120 adults aged 60-90 with osteopenia or osteoporosis. The goal is to see if these 'senolytic' drugs can clear aging cells from the skeleton an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Osteoporosis drug may strengthen bones beyond density, new study hints
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how teriparatide, a bone-building drug for severe osteoporosis, affects bone structure in postmenopausal women. Researchers will use a special scanner to see changes in bone thickness and tiny connecting rods at the wrist and ankle over 24 months. The goal is …
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a Nurse-Led program transform Women's health in hong kong?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a nurse-led health program for women aged 45 to 64 in Hong Kong. The program uses a 5-step approach (ask, advice, assess, assist, arrange) to help women manage conditions like high blood pressure, anxiety, and menopause symptoms. Researchers will compare the prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New drug combo aims to rebuild bone in spinal cord injury patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a two-step drug treatment can improve bone density in people with long-term spinal cord injury who have bone loss. Participants receive either romosozumab (a bone-building drug) or a placebo for 12 months, followed by denosumab (a bone-strengthening drug)…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Bone battle: which osteoporosis drug wins?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two FDA-approved medications, romosozumab and denosumab, for treating postmenopausal osteoporosis. Researchers will measure changes in hip bone density over 12 months in 50 women at high fracture risk. The goal is to see which drug works better to strengthen b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New softer cement could reduce repeat spine fractures
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two bone cements used to treat painful spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis. One cement includes a softener (V-Flex) to make it less rigid, while the other is standard cement (V-Steady). The goal is to see if the softer cement reduces the chance of new frac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Inossia AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Osteoporosis drug showdown: alendronate vs teriparatide in new Follow-Up trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at 40 adults with osteoporosis who already completed a year of treatment with either Alendronate or Teriparatide. In this follow-up, participants will switch to the other drug for another year to see which works better for bone loss. The goal is to find a more pe…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Paul F Netzel • 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 drug aims to help kids with rare genetic short stature grow taller
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called vosoritide in 56 children with short stature caused by certain genetic conditions. The drug targets the growth plate to help children grow faster. Participants are observed for 6 months, then treated with daily injections for 12 months to check safe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Andrew Dauber • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for kids with dwarfism: daily shot may boost growth
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a daily injection called BMN 111 in about 70 children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps children grow taller over several years. All participants had already received BMN 111 or a placebo in a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a daily injection spare babies with dwarfism from risky neck surgery?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called vosoritide in infants with achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism) who are at high risk of needing a surgery to relieve pressure on the spinal cord at the base of the skull. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and if it can help en…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Growth drug shows promise for kids with dwarfism
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called BMN 111 in children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. The goal is to see if it safely helps them grow taller over several years. About 119 children who completed an earlier study will take the drug and be monitored for growth, d…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Hope for growth: new drug shows promise in Long-Term achondroplasia study
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety and effects of a daily injection called BMN 111 in children with achondroplasia, a common form of dwarfism. It includes 30 children who have already taken the drug for two years in a previous study. The goal is to see if the drug remains s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to rebuild bone in young women with rare osteoporosis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a monthly injection of romosozumab for one year, followed by another drug (denosumab) for another year, can safely increase bone density in 30 premenopausal women aged 18-48 who have osteoporosis without a known cause. The goal is to improve bone mass and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New study tests simpler dental implant method to avoid extra surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two ways to place dental implants in people with bone loss. One technique places the implant at the gum level (tissue-level), while the other places it at the bone level and requires a second surgery to uncover it. Researchers will track bone changes, implant …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bologna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New drug aims to slash fractures in brittle bone disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a medicine called setrusumab in people with osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease). The goal is to see if it can lower the number of bone fractures. About 183 participants with types I, III, or IV of the disease who have had recent fractures will receive …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug aims to cut fractures in kids with brittle bones
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called setrusumab against standard bone-strengthening drugs (bisphosphonates) in children aged 2 to under 7 with osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) types I, III, or IV. The goal is to see if setrusumab can lower the number of bone break…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost growth in kids with dwarfism
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving two weekly injections together can improve growth in children aged 2 to 11 with achondroplasia, a common cause of dwarfism. The drugs, navepegritide and lonapegsomatropin, are designed to increase height. The trial will measure growth rate and moni…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma Growth Disorders A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New drug combo aims to strengthen bones in elderly women
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a year of monthly injections of romosozumab, followed by an infusion of zoledronic acid, can improve bone density and prevent fractures in women aged 65 and older with osteoporosis who live in long-term care facilities. The goal is to find a treatment tha…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Susan L. Greenspan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New hope for Men's bones: prolia study targets osteoporosis in china
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well the drug Prolia works for men with osteoporosis in mainland China. About 102 men aged 30 to 90 with weak bones will receive Prolia injections. The main goal is to see if bone density in the lower spine improves after 12 months of treatment.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New study tests better surgery for teen bow legs
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at two ways to fix a condition called tibia vara, which causes a child's leg to bow outward. It involves 25 teenagers aged 10 to 18 who need surgery to straighten the bone. The goal is to see which method—using a plate alone or a plate with an extra cage—works be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Stem cell shot aims to mend brittle bones in older women
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new stem cell treatment called HMM910 in 9 postmenopausal women with osteoporosis who are at high risk of breaking a bone. The stem cells are given through an IV drip. The main goal is to see if the treatment is safe and tolerable, not yet to p…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: HELP Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New Bone-Boosting drug shows promise for osteoporosis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called AGA2118 in postmenopausal women aged 55 to 80 who have low bone density but no history of fractures. The goal is to see if the drug can safely increase bone mineral density over 12 months compared to a placebo. About 379 women will par…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Angitia Biopharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New osteoporosis drug copycat tested in healthy volunteers
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a new drug called SAL023 works like the approved osteoporosis medicine Evenity. It involves 118 healthy Chinese adults who get a single dose of either SAL023 or Evenity. The goal is to compare how the body processes the drug, its safety, and any immune re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Salubris Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New drug aims to help short-statured children grow taller
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called vosoritide to see if it can safely help children with hypochondroplasia grow faster. About 80 children aged 3 to 17 with a confirmed genetic diagnosis and very short stature will receive either the drug or a placebo for one year. The main goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug shows promise for brain tumors from breast and lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called QBS72S in 21 adults with breast or lung cancer that has spread to the brain. The drug is given once a month through an IV. The main goal is to see if it shrinks brain tumors. The trial is active but not recruiting new participants.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could a bone drug help women with myeloma? small study launches
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests a drug called romosozumab in 10 postmenopausal women who have both multiple myeloma and osteoporosis. The goal is to see if it safely improves bone formation and reduces bone breakdown caused by the cancer. Researchers will measure bone health markers and w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could a daily pill boost growth in kids with hypochondroplasia?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests an oral drug called infigratinib in children with hypochondroplasia, a condition that causes short stature. The trial has two parts: first, all children receive the drug to see if it safely increases their growth rate; then, some will switch to a placebo to confi…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: QED Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New collagen graft may boost bone for dental implants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a collagen-based bone graft material (Bio-Oss Collagen) for sinus augmentation in people with bone loss and missing teeth. The goal is to see if it helps grow enough bone to support a dental implant. The study involves 36 adults who need a single implant in the u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rambam Health Care Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New oral drug shows promise for helping children with dwarfism grow
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a daily oral drug called infigratinib in 300 children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. The drug aims to improve bone growth by targeting a specific protein. Researchers will monitor safety and growth over several years, including children wh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: QED Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Weekly shot shows promise for helping kids with dwarfism grow
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a weekly injection called TransCon CNP in children and teens with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. The goal is to see if it is safe and helps improve growth over several years. Participants who completed a previous TransCon CNP trial can join thi…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma Growth Disorders A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests drug combo to keep bones strong after osteoporosis treatment ends
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving zoledronate infusions can prevent bone loss in postmenopausal women who have stopped taking denosumab for osteoporosis. About 200 women who took denosumab for at least two years will receive zoledronate at different times. The goal is to find th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New drug combo may protect bones after spinal cord injury
Disease control OngoingThis phase 4 trial tests whether starting with romosozumab for 12 months and then switching to denosumab for another 12 months can better maintain bone density around the knee in people with recent spinal cord injury, compared to using denosumab alone. The study involves 40 adult…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: James J. Peters Veterans Affairs Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:42 UTC
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New Bone-Boosting shot tested for first time in humans
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-stage study tests a new injectable drug called LYN101 in 44 people. First, healthy volunteers get a single dose to check safety. Then, postmenopausal women with low bone mass get multiple doses to see how the drug affects bone turnover markers. The main goal is safety,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai TTM-Bio Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:22 UTC
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Fetal stem cells aim to mend broken bones in infants
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether fetal stem cells given before or after birth can safely help infants with severe osteogenesis imperfecta, a genetic condition causing fragile bones and frequent fractures. Up to 18 children will receive multiple doses of the cells. The main go…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:45 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bone scanner study pulled before starting: no participants enrolled
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study was designed to see if a special bone scanner (bone mineral analyser) could predict how well osteoporotic women would respond to a zoledronic acid infusion. The plan was to measure bone texture and density before and one year after treatment. However, the study was wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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No-Radiation bone scan could spot fracture risk early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new ultrasound device that measures bone properties in the lower leg to predict fracture risk in adults over 55. It aims to see if it works as well as or better than standard DXA scans, without using radiation. Researchers will follow 1,600 participants for thr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: POROUS GmbH • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New device aims to spot hidden fracture risk in women
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a handheld device called the Osteoprobe that measures bone strength by pressing on the shinbone. Researchers want to see if it can identify women at risk for hip and wrist fractures better than standard bone density scans. About 190 women with recent fractures an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Could a simple supplement shield bones and kidneys from common heartburn drugs?
Prevention TerminatedThis trial investigates whether a daily effervescent supplement containing calcium, magnesium, and citrate can prevent bone loss, magnesium deficiency, and kidney damage in adults who take proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) long-term for conditions like heartburn or GERD. Participants…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye surgery trial to prevent blindness in stickler syndrome pulled before start
Prevention TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a surgical procedure called scleral buckling could prevent retinal detachment in people with Stickler syndrome, a genetic condition that raises the risk of vision loss. The plan was to treat one eye in patients aged 5 to 35 who had already lost vision i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Exercise may shield Women's bones and joints after menopause
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a supervised resistance exercise program can reduce the risk of osteoporosis and osteoarthritis in women aged 50-70 who have gone through menopause. Participants will do leg and core exercises twice a week for 30-40 minutes. Researchers will measure chang…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loughborough University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Anti-Aging drug and football drills join forces to fight brittle bones
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a weekly dose of everolimus (a drug that targets aging pathways) and/or a fun exercise program called 'Football Fitness' can prevent the rapid bone loss that happens after menopause. 136 healthy women aged 45-60 will be assigned to one of four groups: exe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New study aims to stop dangerous falls after a broken bone
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares three care models to prevent falls and fractures in older adults recovering from a broken bone in a skilled nursing facility. About 3,780 participants across 42 facilities will receive either medication reduction, bone health management, or both. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Simple meals may protect bones: study tests dairy and banana against bone loss
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether small meals containing dairy or banana can reduce bone breakdown in postmenopausal women with osteopenia (low bone density). Thirteen women will eat five different test meals or fast, then have blood samples taken over six hours to measure markers of bone…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Smart workout for stronger bones: new study targets osteoporosis in seniors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 32-week smart community resistance training program for adults aged 60 and older with primary osteoporosis. Participants use elastic bands and a smart bracelet to guide their workouts, while researchers measure changes in bone density and physical function comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lingshu Sun • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Sound waves for sore knees? early trial tests ultrasound bath for arthritis pain
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small, early study is testing a new device that uses low-frequency ultrasound waves in a bath to see if it can safely help heal knee osteoarthritis and reduce pain. Ten adults aged 40 and older with chronic knee pain will try the treatment every few days. The main goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Invisalign offers hope for safer smiles in osteogenesis imperfecta
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether Invisalign clear aligners can safely straighten teeth in people with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), a condition that makes bones brittle and dental work risky. About 57 participants aged 12 to 40 with mild to moderate teeth misalignment will receive treatm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could a simple exercise program strengthen bones without drugs?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study explores whether a new type of resistance exercise is practical and safe for people with low bone mass, including those with osteopenia, osteoporosis, or sarcopenia. Over two months, one group performs progressive muscle-strengthening exercises while a control group co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 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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Bone secrets: could your skeleton control kidney health?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how bone contributes to citrate levels in urine, which may help explain why some people have low urine citrate. Researchers will study 25 adults with untreated osteoporosis, giving them potassium citrate and measuring changes in urine citrate and bone markers.…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New digital tool aims to simplify care for seniors with multiple conditions
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a web-based tool called gp-multitool.de that helps general practitioners follow guidelines for older patients with multiple chronic conditions. About 659 patients from GP practices in Germany are taking part. The tool lets patients fill out questionnaires online …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Massive UK study tracks 12,000 women and their children for 20 years to unlock secrets of lifelong health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study recruited over 12,000 non-pregnant women in Southampton, UK, and followed about 3,000 of them through pregnancy and their children's growth up to age 19. Researchers are tracking body composition, nutrition, asthma, and heart health to understand how a mother…
Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 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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Letters to doctors after broken bones may prevent more fractures
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether sending information letters to doctors and patients after a fracture can improve osteoporosis care. Over 4,200 older adults in Manitoba who had a hip, spine, arm, or wrist fracture are included. The goal is to see if these notifications increase bone dens…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Birth control pills under scrutiny: do they weaken bones?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether two types of hormonal birth control pills (LF111 and drospirenone) affect bone density in women aged 14 to 45. Over 1,500 participants will have their bone density measured after 12 months and compared to women using non-hormonal birth control. The goa…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Insud Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a simple quiz replace bone scans for osteoporosis in men?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks whether two easy-to-use risk calculators (OST and MORES) can accurately predict osteoporosis in Turkish men aged 50-75, compared to the standard DEXA bone density scan. Researchers will enroll 140 men to see how sensitive and specific these tools are. If they wo…
Sponsor: Kayseri City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Blood test may predict Steroid-Induced bone loss
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks for a biomarker to identify people at risk of bone loss from glucocorticoid medications like prednisolone. 36 healthy volunteers will take either prednisolone or a placebo for seven days. Researchers will measure bone turnover markers in blood and collect bone, m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 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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Breathing problems in brittle bone disease: new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines lung and heart function in 18 adults with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), also known as brittle bone disease. Researchers want to understand why breathing problems are the leading cause of death in OI. Participants will undergo lung function tests and chest imag…
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 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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Brittle bone disease linked to severe teeth misalignment – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at teeth misalignment and neck defects in people with moderate to severe osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare condition that causes bones to break easily. Researchers will use scans of the teeth, jaw, and neck to measure these problems in 75 participants aged 10 …
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Osteoporosis drugs may do more than strengthen bones—study tests muscle benefits
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether common osteoporosis medications also improve muscle health in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will measure changes in muscle mass, strength, and walking speed over time. The goal is to better understand the link between bone and muscle health in …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nami Safai Haeri • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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ICU survivors: new study probes hidden kidney and muscle damage
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at 100 people who spent at least a week in the ICU and had kidney injury. Researchers will measure kidney function, muscle loss, and bone health to understand long-term effects. The goal is to improve follow-up care for ICU survivors.
Sponsor: University of Liege • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Tiny lab test hopes to improve bone grafting for tooth loss
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis lab study compares how much growth factor (PDGF-BB) is released over time from two materials used in bone grafting: platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) from a patient's blood and a commercial product called GEM21S. Researchers will mix these with bone substitutes and measure growth f…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Pee power: urine test may replace needles for brittle bone diagnosis
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether a urine test can help identify different genetic types of osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare condition that causes bones to break easily. Researchers will measure certain collagen peptides in the urine of 25 people with OI. If successful, this coul…
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Osteoporosis exercise-drug combo study pulled before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether adding arm exercises to a standard osteoporosis medication could improve bone density in the wrist. It was planned for postmenopausal women at high fracture risk. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no res…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Online fracture care study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a web-based fracture liaison service (e-FLS) could help more older adults start osteoporosis treatment after a fracture compared to standard in-person services. It planned to include men and women over 60 in France who had a low-trauma fracture. However…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Rare bone disorder study seeks to unlock genetic secrets
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to better understand Cleidocranial Dysplasia (CCD), a rare genetic condition affecting bones and teeth. Researchers will collect medical history, quality-of-life surveys, and genetic samples from 300 participants. The goal is to improve diagnosis and care for peop…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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CF Drug's hidden impact on bones and muscles revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how CFTR modulators, a type of cystic fibrosis treatment, affect bone strength and muscle mass in adults with CF. Researchers will measure changes in bone density and lean body mass over 12 to 24 months. The goal is to understand whether these treatments help …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New study aims to predict fracture risk in pregnancy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks bone density and fracture risk in 1,230 pregnant and breastfeeding women using ultrasound scans and diet questionnaires. The goal is to catch early signs of pregnancy-related osteoporosis, a rare condition that can cause painful fractures. No drugs or treatments…
Sponsor: Parma University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:37 UTC