Teeing off after surgery: new study tracks Golfers' return to the fairway
NCT ID NCT05676567
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study follows 124 golfers who have hip, knee, or shoulder replacement surgery. Researchers track how many return to golf, how long it takes, and how their game and joint function change over a year. The goal is to give patients and doctors clear, realistic expectations about getting back on the course after joint replacement.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study will give surgeons and patients reliable data on when and how often golfers can return to the course after joint replacement.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It won't test any new drug or surgery, so it cannot directly improve outcomes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Edinburgh Orthopaedics
Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH16 4SA, United Kingdom
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