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Shape-Memory staple aims to speed healing of arthritic finger joints

NCT ID NCT06151834

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Clinique Saint François, Nice, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new implant called KeriFuse for fusing the last joint of fingers damaged by osteoarthritis. The implant is a staple made of a special metal that returns to its original shape after being placed, which may help the bone heal faster. About 50 adults with painful finger arthritis will receive the implant during surgery, and doctors will track how quickly the bone fuses and whether pain decreases. The goal is to see if this device offers a better way to relieve pain and stabilize the joint compared to older methods.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
KeriFuse implant (shape-memory intramedullary staple)
What this could lead to
If successful, this implant could provide faster and more reliable pain relief and joint fusion for people with severe finger arthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study without a comparison group. The implant may break, erode bone, or cause infection, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, hand

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OSTEOARTHRITIS FINGER OSTEOARTHRITIS THUMB

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Clinique Saint François

    RECRUITING

    Nice, 06000, France

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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