OSTEOARTHRITIS, HIP

This study tests a new coating on a hip replacement implant that may help prevent infections and help the implant bond better with the bone. About 340 adults needing a hip replacement will receive either the coated or standard implant. The goal is to see if the coated implant wor…

This study compares two types of hip implant liners—one with vitamin E and one without—to see which lasts longer and causes fewer problems like wear or bone damage. Researchers are following 400 adults aged 18 to 75 who need a hip replacement due to arthritis. The goal is to find…

This study is following 202 people who received a special hip liner during hip replacement surgery. The goal is to see how long the liner lasts and whether it causes any problems over time. Participants are adults aged 18 to 80 with conditions like arthritis or hip fractures. The…

This study looks at 600 hip or knee replacement patients to compare three different wound closure products: Sylke adhesive dressing, Exofin skin glue, and Suture Strip Plus. The goal is to see which method causes the fewest allergic skin reactions and gives the best scar appearan…

This study tests whether doing guided exercises at home via video calls can reduce pain and improve movement in people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. 110 participants will either receive remote exercise sessions or standard education about their condition. The goal is to see if…

This study looks at whether virtual reality (VR) therapy or a simple deep rest relaxation technique can help older adults feel less stressed and recover better after hip or knee replacement surgery. About 90 people aged 60 and older who recently had surgery will try one of these …

This early-stage trial tests whether injecting a person's own fat-derived stem cells into a painful arthritic hip is safe and might reduce pain. Researchers at Mayo Clinic are enrolling 24 adults aged 18-65 with hip osteoarthritis. The main goal is to check for side effects, whil…

This study compares two treatments for a torn hip labrum in people aged 40 and older: arthroscopic surgery to repair the tear versus physical therapy alone. Researchers want to find out which approach leads to better hip function and less pain. The goal is to help doctors and pat…