New dissolvable nail aims to fix knee fractures without metal hardware
NCT ID NCT06423378
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a special nail made from a material that integrates with bone to treat knee fractures caused by bone weakness (subchondral insufficiency). Ten adults aged 18-75 with knee pain for at least 3 months will receive the implant. Researchers will measure pain and function improvements over time.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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