ARTHROPLASTY COMPLICATIONS

This study compares two types of temporary antibiotic spacers used to treat infections in artificial knee joints. Researchers will randomly assign patients to receive either a standard cement spacer or a more durable spacer made with real joint components. They will follow patien…

This study is testing whether having surgeons directly refer osteoporosis patients to bone specialists before hip or knee replacement surgery leads to fewer complications. Researchers will compare this new referral pathway to the current standard of care where patients are told t…

This study is testing a personalized, 3D-printed hip socket implant for people who need a second surgery because their first hip replacement failed. The implant is custom-made from a CT scan to fit the patient's specific bone damage. Researchers will follow 15 patients for three …

This study is testing a specific replacement knee implant system designed for patients who have had problems with a previous knee replacement. It aims to see if the new implant improves knee function, reduces pain, and is safe over time. Researchers will follow about 380 patients…

This study is testing if a special treadmill training program before knee replacement surgery can help prevent falls in the year after the operation. Researchers will enroll 196 people scheduled for knee replacement and randomly assign them to either receive standard fall-prevent…