Could your own belly fat fix a painful hip?
NCT ID NCT05465096
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether injecting a patient's own processed fat tissue into the arthritic hip joint could safely reduce pain and improve movement. Thirty adults with mild to moderate hip osteoarthritis received one ultrasound-guided injection. Researchers measured changes in pain, stiffness, and daily function over 12 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
microfragmented fat tissue (containing stem cells) from the patient's own body
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a minimally invasive way to reduce pain and improve hip function for people with osteoarthritis, potentially delaying or avoiding hip replacement.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 30 people and no comparison group, so results may not be reliable or apply to everyone. The treatment may not provide lasting benefit, and risks include infection or pain from the injection.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Bologna, 40136, Italy