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New procedure may ease knee pain after replacement surgery

NCT ID NCT05130216

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Utah Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested whether radiofrequency ablation (RFA) of the genicular nerves can reduce chronic knee pain in people who had a total knee replacement at least a year ago. Five participants with moderate to severe pain received the procedure. The goal was to see if RFA provides meaningful pain relief.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
radiofrequency ablation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-surgical option for people with lingering knee pain after joint replacement.
What could go wrong
This was a very small pilot study with only 5 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure also carries risks like infection or nerve damage.

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TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Utah Orthopaedic Center

    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States

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