New knee implant aims to ease arthritis pain without major surgery

NCT ID NCT06843980

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a device called the MISHA Knee System, a small implant placed under the skin near the knee to absorb shock and reduce pain from medial knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will compare it to non-surgical treatments like physical therapy and medication in 100 adults who haven't found relief. The goal is to see if the implant improves pain and knee function after 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

MISHA Knee System (a knee implant that absorbs shock to reduce pressure on the inner knee)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new option for people with knee osteoarthritis who haven't found relief from non-surgical treatments, potentially reducing pain and improving function.

What could go wrong

This is an early head-to-head study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The implant requires surgery, which carries risks like infection or device issues.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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  • Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

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    Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523, United States

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  • NYU Langone Health

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    New York, New York, 10016, United States

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  • Ohio State Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute

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    Columbus, Ohio, 43202, United States

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  • Rush University Medical Center

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

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  • Scripps Clinic Jefferson

    RECRUITING

    Oceanside, California, 92054, United States

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  • UC Davis Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

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    Davis, California, 95816, United States

  • UT Health San Antonio

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    San Antonio, Texas, 78249, United States

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  • University of Nebraska Medical Center

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    Omaha, Nebraska, 68198, United States

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