Stem cell shot aims to ease arthritic knees without surgery

NCT ID NCT05526001

First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests whether a single injection of stem cells (ELIXCYTE) into the knee can reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 165 adults aged 40 to 80 with moderate knee OA will receive either the stem cell shot or a placebo (salt water). Researchers will track pain, stiffness, and knee health using questionnaires and imaging over time.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou

    Taoyuan, 333, Taiwan

  • National Taiwan University Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Taipei Medical University Shuang-Ho Hospital

    New Taipei City, Taiwan, 23561, Taiwan

  • Taipei Veterans General Hospital

    Taipei, 112, Taiwan

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