New neck implant aims to improve bone healing and reduce swallowing issues

NCT ID NCT05762055

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares a new implant with special nanoLOCK technology to standard implants used in neck fusion surgery. The goal is to see if the new implant helps bones heal better and causes fewer swallowing problems. About 200 adults with neck pain or nerve issues will be randomly assigned to receive either the new or standard implant.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Titan nanoLOCK interbody cage (a special implant for neck fusion surgery)
What this could lead to: If successful, this implant could help bones fuse better after neck surgery and cause fewer swallowing problems than standard implants.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage study comparing two surgical devices. The new implant may not prove better, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders radiculopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CERVICAL MYELOPATHY CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States

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