HIP INJURIES

This 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…

This study tests whether a special traction pad placed between the patient and the surgery table can reduce numbness in the groin area after hip arthroscopy. About 120 patients having hip surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital will be asked about numbness and difficulty urinat…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during knee or hip surgery can help patients feel less anxious and need fewer sedating drugs. About 50 adults having surgery with a nerve block (awake but numb) will try VR and give feedback. The goal is to see if VR is a useful…

This study looks at whether closing the hip joint capsule during keyhole surgery helps people with hip impingement feel better and function better. About 200 adults having hip arthroscopy will be randomly assigned to have the capsule closed or left open. Researchers will track pa…

This study looks at how well a bioimplant helps heal hip tendons after surgery. Fifteen adults with torn gluteal tendons will get the implant during standard repair. Researchers will use ultrasound and questionnaires to check tissue healing and hip function over time.