KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS

This study tests whether whole-body vibration therapy, alone or combined with exercise, can improve bone health and physical function in women with low bone density who have had a total knee replacement. Forty-eight women will be randomly assigned to vibration only, vibration plu…

This trial compares two ways to deliver rehabilitation for women with knee osteoarthritis: in-person clinic visits versus tele-rehabilitation using a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Both groups receive hot packs and strengthening exercises. The study measures knee function, musc…

This study tested whether a procedure called Subchondroplasty, which fills bone defects with a special material, plus standard knee arthroscopy works better than arthroscopy alone for treating bone marrow lesions in the knee. About 131 adults with knee pain and osteoarthritis too…

This study tested an experimental protein called LNA043, given as injections into the knee, to see if it can help regrow cartilage in people with knee osteoarthritis or cartilage injuries. 142 adults participated in two parts: one for cartilage lesions and one for osteoarthritis.…

This early-phase study tested whether a single injection of donor bone-marrow stem cells (StromaForte) is safe for people with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis. Twelve adults received the injection and were monitored for side effects over 24 weeks. The main goal was safety, n…

This study tested whether a visual biofeedback program during squats can improve knee loading and prevent osteoarthritis after ACL reconstruction. 34 participants were assigned to either standard physical therapy or standard therapy plus real-time visual feedback on a screen duri…

This study tested a new drug called lorecivivint (SM04690) injected into the knee for people with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis. 101 participants received two injections six months apart and were followed for a year. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and improves b…

This study looked at the long-term safety and potential benefits of using a patient's own fat-derived cells (stromal vascular fraction) to treat moderate knee osteoarthritis. Sixteen participants received a single injection into the knee and were followed for 10 years. The goal w…

This study tests whether adding hypnosis to standard care helps control pain and anxiety during a knee lavage procedure for people with knee osteoarthritis. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either usual care alone or usual care plus hypnosis. The main g…

This study tests whether injecting a concentrated sugar-water solution (dextrose) into the knee joint can reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. Participants receive either the dextrose injection or a placebo (salt-water injection) under ultrasound g…

This study tests whether adding foot massage to standard cold therapy can reduce pain and improve satisfaction in people who have had knee replacement surgery. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either cold therapy alone or cold therapy plus foot massage for …

This study tested whether a supplement made from grape and olive extracts (Oléogrape®SEED) can reduce inflammation in people with knee osteoarthritis. Twelve patients took the supplement or a placebo for 7 days. Researchers then measured anti-inflammatory effects in blood and joi…

This study compares two treatments for knee osteoarthritis: a nerve block injection guided by ultrasound and standard physical therapy. Researchers want to see which method better reduces pain, improves mobility, and helps balance. The study will include 66 adults aged 40-70 with…

This trial tests whether a program combining education with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve knee osteoarthritis symptoms and reduce heart disease risk better than a standard neuromuscular exercise program. About 150 adults with knee osteoarthritis and at least…

This pilot study tested whether village doctors in rural China can effectively deliver an exercise program for people with knee osteoarthritis. Sixteen participants either received supervised exercise three times a week for 12 weeks followed by independent exercise, or usual care…

This study looked at 60 people having total knee replacement surgery to see which of two nerve blocks works better for pain control when added to a standard block. One block targets the space behind the knee (IPACK), the other targets a muscle plane (AMM). The goal was to reduce …

This study tested whether adding high-intensity laser therapy to exercise can reduce pain and improve muscle strength in people with knee osteoarthritis. 31 adults aged 45-77 with knee pain received either real laser or a sham laser alongside a standard exercise program for four …

This study tested whether a non-invasive technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis. 102 adults with chronic knee pain received either real or fake tDCS sessions over three weeks. R…

This study looked at whether using a forced-air warming blanket during knee replacement surgery helps prevent hypothermia (low body temperature) and related problems like shivering. Researchers compared 240 patients who either got the warming blanket or standard care. The goal wa…

This study tested whether a CBD oral solution (Epidiolex) can help manage pain and reduce the need for opioids in 37 adults undergoing double knee replacement. Participants received either a placebo or one of two CBD doses. The goal was to see if CBD could lower opioid use while …

This study tested whether surgeons can give a numbing shot (adductor canal block) during knee replacement surgery as effectively as an anesthesiologist does before surgery. 200 adults with knee osteoarthritis having same-day discharge were randomly assigned to one of the two meth…

This study tested three different injections—platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cell secretome, and hyaluronic acid—in 45 people with knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see which one reduces pain and improves function best. Participants received one of the three treatments, and o…

This study tested two different ways of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections for people with knee osteoarthritis. 96 participants received three injections over six weeks and were followed for six months. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain, improves f…

This study tested whether taking oral hyaluronic acid supplements along with hyaluronic acid injections works better than injections alone for knee osteoarthritis. 44 people aged 60-75 with knee arthritis took part. The goal was to see if the combination improves pain, stiffness,…

This pilot study tested whether adding group-based pain neuroscience education (PNE) to a community exercise program helps older women with knee osteoarthritis. Nineteen women aged 60+ were randomly assigned to 10 weeks of exercise plus PNE or exercise alone. Researchers measured…

This study tested whether a home exercise program guided by the TRAK app could improve pain and function in people with knee osteoarthritis, compared to doing the same exercises without the app. Fifty patients over age 45 with knee pain took part. The goal was to see if telerehab…

This study tested two types of balance training—whole body vibration therapy and balance board exercises—in 44 obese adults with mild knee osteoarthritis. Over eight weeks, researchers measured pain, mobility, and quality of life to see which approach worked better. The goal was …

This study tested whether low-dose radiation therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. 114 adults aged 50-85 with moderate knee arthritis received either low-dose radiation or a sham treatment. Researchers measured pain and function improvem…

This study tested whether a single injection of amniotic suspension allograft (ASA) can reduce pain and improve function in adults with knee osteoarthritis who haven't found relief from other treatments. About 594 participants received either ASA or a placebo, and their pain and …

This study tested a new robot device that helps people with knee osteoarthritis do rehab exercises at home after surgery. Ten adults used the device for one month to see if it improved their leg strength and knee function. The goal was to make recovery easier and faster, especial…

This study tested whether motivational interviewing, a counseling technique that helps people set and reach personal goals, could boost satisfaction in 149 patients undergoing knee replacement for osteoarthritis. Researchers measured how satisfied patients were with their rehabil…

This study tested a new treatment called CKD-981 to see if it can safely and temporarily ease knee pain in people with osteoarthritis. About 100 adults aged 40 to 80 with moderate knee pain took part. The treatment was compared to a fake procedure (sham) to measure its true effec…

This study tested whether a collagen injection into the knee could relieve pain and improve function better than a standard hyaluronic acid injection in 100 adults with knee osteoarthritis. Participants received one injection and were followed for up to 52 weeks. The goal was to …

This study looked at whether a numbing injection around knee nerves (genicular nerve block) can reduce pain and improve quality of life and joint position sense in people with chronic knee osteoarthritis. 40 adults aged 55-75 with moderate knee arthritis took part. The goal was t…

This study tested a step-by-step treatment plan for people with knee osteoarthritis pain. Participants first received duloxetine (Cymbalta), a drug that helps with pain, and then, if needed, an injection of hyaluronic acid mixed with a steroid into the knee joint. The goal was to…

This study looked at 60 people having knee replacement surgery to compare two types of nerve blocks for pain relief: the adductor canal block and the pericapsular nerve group block. The goal was to see which one provides better pain control and helps patients feel more comfortabl…

This study tested whether adding dexamethasone or dexmedetomidine to a standard nerve block (erector spinae plane block) improves pain control after total knee replacement. 90 adults undergoing knee surgery received one of the two drugs or a placebo alongside the nerve block. Res…

This study tested a pre-surgery exercise program using blood-flow restriction training in 16 older adults waiting for total knee replacement. The goal was to see if it is safe, well-tolerated, and improves muscle strength and function before surgery. Results will help design larg…

This study tested whether using a stationary bike with real-time feedback on pedaling force could improve deep sensation (like joint position and vibration sense) in 40 elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis. Participants also received standard treatments like TENS and ultraso…

This study tested whether eccentric muscle training (lengthening exercises) improves walking performance in people with knee osteoarthritis compared to standard concentric training (shortening exercises). Forty adults aged 40-85 with knee osteoarthritis participated in 6 weeks of…

This study tested whether adding a specific massage technique (myofascial release) to standard physical therapy could improve quality of life for people with chronic knee pain. 45 adults with knee pain participated. The approach focused on a small muscle behind the knee called th…

This study tested two types of leg exercises in 24 women with knee osteoarthritis to see which better improves muscle strength, knee movement, and daily function. Participants did either eccentric (lengthening) or concentric (shortening) quadriceps exercises three times a week fo…

This study tested whether changing the angle of a leg exercise machine (N-K Table) from 0° to 50° helps people with knee osteoarthritis activate their thigh muscles more. Forty-three women aged 50-65 with knee osteoarthritis did isotonic knee extensions at both angles. Muscle act…

This study tested whether resveratrol, a natural substance found in grapes and red wine, can reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. 142 adults with painful knee arthritis took either resveratrol or a placebo pill daily for three months. The main goal was to measure chang…

This study looked at whether adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to a supervised exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis more than exercise alone. 84 adults aged 40-70 with moderate knee arthritis took part. Researchers measured pain, function, and movemen…

This study tested two simple home treatments for early-stage knee osteoarthritis: a structured exercise program versus a topical pain-relief gel (diclofenac). 83 adults aged 40-70 participated. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain and improves daily function, he…

This study tested a new injectable lubricant called CCoat for people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. 125 participants received either a single injection of CCoat or a placebo and were followed for six months. The goal was to see if CCoat safely reduces pain and improve…

This study tested two types of radiofrequency ablation—a procedure that uses heat to calm pain-signaling nerves—in 26 people with advanced knee osteoarthritis whose pain didn't improve with standard treatments. The goal was to see which method, conventional or cooled, better redu…

This study tested whether a self-administered oxytocin nasal spray could reduce pain and improve function in older adults with knee osteoarthritis. Over 4 weeks, 83 participants used either the spray or a placebo. The goal was to see if oxytocin, a natural pain-relieving hormone,…

This study compared two hands-on therapies—Strain Counter Strain and Myofascial Release—for people with knee osteoarthritis. 44 adults aged 40 to 65 with grade 2 knee osteoarthritis took part. The goal was to see which technique better reduces pain and improves daily function and…

This study looked at whether adding craniosacral therapy (a gentle, hands-on technique) to a home exercise program could reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. Twenty-one adults participated, with one group receiving the therapy weekly for six weeks …

This study tested whether a single injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from the ACP Max™ system can help people with knee osteoarthritis. Forty-five adults with knee pain and X-ray evidence of arthritis received either the PRP injection or a standard steroid injection. The ma…

This pilot study tested whether an injection made from a patient's own blood, called A2MRP, is safe and can help with moderate knee osteoarthritis. Twenty adults with painful knee OA received a single ultrasound-guided injection. Researchers tracked side effects and measured pain…

This study compared two physical therapy techniques—Mulligan's Pain Release Phenomenon and Kaltenborn Mobilization—for knee osteoarthritis. 44 adults aged 40-65 with early knee osteoarthritis received either technique plus conventional exercises for 6 weeks. Researchers measured …

This study tested a single injection of lorecivivint into the knee joint of 501 people with moderate-to-severe knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see if it reduces pain and improves function over 56 weeks compared to a placebo. Participants reported their pain levels weekly, an…

This study tested two different therapy methods to help people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and move better. 44 adults aged 40 to 60 with moderate knee arthritis took part. One group received a special hands-on therapy called the Fascial Distortion Model, while the oth…

This study tested whether L-carnitine, a natural supplement, can reduce pain, stiffness, and improve physical function in people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. 66 participants took either L-carnitine or a placebo three times daily for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if L…

This study tested a single injection of a drug called lorecivivint in the knee joint of 496 people with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see if it reduces pain and improves function compared to a placebo (fake injection) over 28 weeks. Participants reported…

This study looked at 45 people with knee osteoarthritis to see which combination of exercises works best for reducing pain and improving movement. Participants were split into three groups, each doing different mixes of strengthening, stretching, and biking exercises. The goal wa…

This completed study looked at how Voltaren Gel (a topical pain reliever) affects mobility and quality of life in 196 adults with knee osteoarthritis pain. Participants used the gel as directed for up to 3 weeks while wearing an activity tracker. The goal was to see if the gel he…

This study tested a movement therapy called Mulligan mobilization in 36 people with knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see if it could reduce pain and improve how muscles work. Participants were aged 50 to 70 with moderate knee pain. The therapy involves gentle, repeated moveme…

This study tested whether adding two specific hands-on therapies—muscle energy techniques and Mulligan mobilization—to standard physical therapy could improve hamstring flexibility and reduce daily limitations in people with knee osteoarthritis. Twenty-four adults aged 40 and old…

This study tested two types of nerve blocks to control pain after total knee replacement. 62 patients received either a new para-sartorial block or a standard femoral-sciatic block. The goal was to see which provides better pain relief with less muscle weakness. Results will help…

This study tested two different ultrasound techniques combined with standard physical therapy for knee osteoarthritis. 46 adults with knee pain and stiffness received one of the two ultrasound methods or physical therapy alone. Researchers measured pain, stiffness, and function b…

This study looked at whether a single-dose gel called CR500™ can ease knee osteoarthritis symptoms over a long period. Researchers followed up with 35 people who had already been in a previous trial of the gel. They measured pain and function using a standard knee score and asked…

This study tested a gel called Pandora, made of hyaluronic acid and tranexamic acid, injected into the knee to reduce pain and improve movement in people with knee osteoarthritis. 252 adults aged 35–85 with moderate knee arthritis received either one injection, three weekly injec…

This study tested different volumes of an ultrasound-guided nerve block (adductor canal block) to manage pain after total knee replacement. 90 adults scheduled for knee replacement under spinal anesthesia received one of two volumes. The goal was to see which volume reduces opioi…

This study tested whether a smartphone app called ARTHE-e helps people with knee osteoarthritis follow their exercise routines better than standard care. 120 participants used the app for 6 months, and researchers measured exercise adherence using a questionnaire. The goal is to …

This study tested Cognitive Muscular Therapy (CMT) for people with knee osteoarthritis waiting for joint replacement. CMT uses biofeedback to reduce muscle overactivity and improve posture, helping people change how they react to pain. The goal was to see if it could provide pain…

This study tested two different muscle energy techniques (a type of stretching) to see which one better improves hamstring flexibility in people with knee osteoarthritis. Fifty adults aged 40-60 with knee OA and tight hamstrings took part. The goal was to find a simple, non-drug …

This study tested a special nerve block called the parasartorial compartment block to see if it reduces pain after knee surgery. Sixty adults having knee surgery under spinal anesthesia received the block plus standard painkillers. Researchers measured pain scores and how much ex…

This study tested whether adding radial shock wave therapy to a standard exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and walk farther. 72 adults aged 50-85 with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis took part. The treatment involved four sessions of sho…

This study tested whether adding high-power pain threshold ultrasound and vibration massage to standard treatment could help with calf muscle tightness in people with knee osteoarthritis. Sixty patients with moderate knee OA were split into three groups: standard care alone, stan…

This study tested a new drug called CNTX-6970 in 55 adults aged 40-90 with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis pain. The goal was to see if the drug safely reduces pain better than a placebo over 24 weeks. Participants used a mobile app to report their pain levels.

This study tested two different nerve block methods to control pain after total knee replacement surgery. Sixty older adults (ages 65-100) received either a two-level erector spinae block or an iPack with ACB block. The main goal was to see which method reduced the need for opioi…

This Phase 2 trial tested a drug called LEVI-04 in 518 adults with knee osteoarthritis. The drug is designed to block pain signals. Researchers measured pain changes using a standard knee pain scale. The goal is to see if LEVI-04 can safely reduce pain and improve daily function.

This completed Phase 3 trial tested whether a weekly injection of semaglutide (2.4 mg) could help people with obesity and knee osteoarthritis lose weight and reduce knee pain. 407 participants received either semaglutide or a placebo, along with diet and exercise advice, over 68 …

This study tested a two-week home treatment combining gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) with mindfulness meditation in 208 older adults with knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see if this drug-free approach could reduce pain and improve daily function. Results focused on changes …

This study tested whether Reiki, a hands-off energy therapy, or mindfulness meditation can reduce pain and stiffness in people with knee osteoarthritis. 164 adults were randomly assigned to receive Reiki, sham Reiki, mindfulness meditation, or no treatment for four weekly session…

This study tested whether an injection made from donated human amniotic tissue and cells (called ASA) can reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. Over 500 adults with moderate to severe knee OA received either ASA or a placebo (salt water) injection. …

This study tested whether a Fitbit activity tracker, a smartphone app, and phone calls with a physical therapist could help people with knee osteoarthritis become more active and sit less. Fifty-one participants were split into two groups: one received the program right away, the…

This study looked at whether adding the antidepressant duloxetine to a walking program helps older adults with both knee osteoarthritis and depression. All 43 participants received the same combination treatment. The goal was to see if the approach is feasible and if it reduces p…

This study tested a single injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel (Arthrosamid®) into the knee joint of 387 people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers measured pain and physical function over 12 months. The goal was to see if the gel could reduce pain and improve everyday movemen…

This study tested whether a single injection of Hyruan-One works better than Synvisc or a saline placebo for knee osteoarthritis pain. 276 adults with knee osteoarthritis who had not gotten relief from other treatments took part. The main goal was to measure pain changes over 6 m…

This phase 2 trial tested whether a single injection of TTAX03, made from human amniotic and umbilical cord tissue, can reduce pain and improve function in people with advanced knee osteoarthritis (grades 3-4). 90 adults received either TTAX03 or a saline placebo, and researchers…

This study tested a special Tai Chi program that uses real-time biofeedback to help people with knee osteoarthritis reduce joint strain. Fifteen adults with knee pain participated, and researchers measured changes in knee joint load after four weeks. The goal was to see if this a…

This study tested whether adding morphine to a standard antibiotic injection into the shin bone during knee replacement surgery reduces pain afterward. About 100 adults having their first knee replacement took part. Half got morphine with the antibiotic, half got a placebo. Resea…

This study tested whether remote, video-call supervised exercise works as well as in-person sessions for people with knee osteoarthritis. 48 participants did muscle-strengthening exercises for 12 weeks, either via video call or at a clinic. Researchers measured pain, function, an…

This study tested whether a 2-week program of group education sessions and exercises before total knee replacement helps people recover function more quickly after surgery. 262 adults with knee osteoarthritis took part. The program included 4 education sessions and 4 exercise ses…

This study involved 20 adults over age 50 to measure how soft tissues (skin, fat, muscle) around the knee react when pressed by a brace. Researchers used an ultrasound probe to push on the leg and record force and displacement. The goal is to gather data that could lead to more c…

This study looked at different questionnaires that patients fill out after hip or knee surgery to see how well they measure recovery. Researchers wanted to find better ways to compare results across studies and understand what counts as a meaningful improvement for French patient…

This study looked at 50 adults having knee replacement surgery to see if a computer-guided tool (imageless navigation) can measure key knee angles as accurately as a CT scan. The tool creates a digital model of the knee during surgery, which could avoid the need for a preoperativ…

This study looked at 62 people with knee osteoarthritis to see which factors predict a good response to radial pressure wave therapy. Researchers analyzed data from a previous trial to find links between patient traits like age, weight, and pain levels and their improvement after…

This study looked at 20 people with severe knee arthritis who needed a knee replacement. They were randomly given one of two types of implants: a rotating platform or a fixed one. Researchers used 3D walking analysis before and after surgery to see which implant led to better wal…

This study looked at whether placing a drain after knee replacement surgery affects how much hemoglobin drops and whether patients need a blood transfusion. 102 patients were randomly assigned to get a drain or not. The goal is to see if drains help or hurt in terms of blood loss…

This study tested updated features of the ROSA Knee System, a robot used during knee replacement surgery. Forty adults having knee replacement took part. The goal was to check if the new features were safe and easy for surgeons to use, not to cure or treat the disease.

This study followed 285 adults who had knee replacement surgery for osteoarthritis. Researchers wanted to see how knee pain and the way people perceive their knee (like feeling it's less familiar or harder to control) are linked over time. Participants filled out questionnaires b…

This study looked at two ways of doing a knee realignment surgery (open wedge high tibial osteotomy) to see which one keeps the important blood vessels behind the knee safer. 40 people with knee arthritis took part. Researchers used CT scans to measure the distance between the su…

This study tested whether a wearable sensor can detect changes in knee joint loading after a small amount of fluid is injected into the knee (simulating injury). Fourteen healthy adults aged 18-35 participated. Researchers measured walking patterns, muscle activity, and balance b…

This study looked at 207 people who had knee replacement surgery to see if removing the surgical drain before or after the first physical therapy session makes a difference. The goal was to compare bleeding, complications, hospital stay, and pain. The results could help doctors d…

This study followed 41 patients who received a scaffold implant for partial meniscal tears in the knee. Researchers collected data from telephone surveys and medical records to see how well patients were doing over time. The goal was to understand if this treatment helps with pai…

This study from the Mayo Clinic looked at 219 people getting total knee replacements to see if a blood test measuring an enzyme called tryptase could predict knee stiffness (arthrofibrosis) after surgery. Researchers measured tryptase levels before and after surgery and checked i…

This study looked at whether preserving or removing the infrapatellar fat pad (a small pad of fat in the knee) during total knee replacement leads to better outcomes for people with knee osteoarthritis. Over 370 participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups. Researcher…

This study looked at two different ways surgeons align a new knee joint during replacement surgery. 52 adults with knee osteoarthritis were randomly assigned to one of two alignment techniques. The main goal was to track how much the implant moved over two years using special X-r…

This study looked at whether special imaging techniques can predict how knee osteoarthritis will get worse over time. Researchers followed 167 people with knee osteoarthritis for 3 years, using MRI, X-rays, and bone texture analysis. The goal was to find patterns that could help …

This study looked at how much a new knee implant (GMK Sphere) moves inside the body over five years in 44 people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers used a special X-ray technique to measure implant stability. The goal was to gather data to help design better knee replacements …

This study looked at how well a new type of uncemented knee implant stays in place over time in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers measured implant movement and bone quality in 31 patients who had knee replacement surgery. The goal was to check if the implant is safe an…

This study looked at 192 people aged 50-85 with knee arthritis who needed knee replacement surgery. Half had computer-navigated surgery and half had the traditional technique. The goal was to see if computer guidance helps the new knee last longer, improves function, or reduces c…

This study looked at how much patients with rheumatoid arthritis or knee osteoarthritis know about cardiovascular disease risks. Researchers surveyed 120 adults aged 40 and older using a 28-item knowledge scale. The goal was to compare awareness between the two groups and identif…

This study looked at 60 people with knee osteoarthritis to see if testing muscle strength while doing a second task (dual task) gives different results than testing strength alone. Participants were between 40 and 65 years old and had moderate knee OA. The researchers measured le…

This study looked at why leg muscles shrink and get weaker right after total knee replacement surgery. Researchers studied 23 adults with knee osteoarthritis before and after their operation. They measured muscle fibers, energy-producing parts of cells, and physical activity to f…

This study tested two ways of teaching older adults with knee osteoarthritis about their pain. One group learned about the biology of pain and how to manage it, while the other received standard information about joint damage. Researchers measured whether the type of education af…

This large observational study followed over 288,000 people with hip or knee osteoarthritis who received core treatment (education, exercise, and weight loss advice). The goal was to identify factors like socioeconomic status and other health conditions that predict long-term out…

This study looked at whether using custom-made cutting guides, designed from a patient's CT scan, can help place a total knee replacement more accurately. The goal is to reduce the number of patients (up to 30%) who are unhappy with their new knee. Researchers reviewed 20 patient…

This study tested a noninvasive navigation system that measures how the knee moves before surgery. The goal is to see if this information can help surgeons choose or place knee implants more accurately. 40 adults with end-stage knee osteoarthritis who were scheduled for knee repl…