High-Tech GPS for your knee: new navigation system aims to improve joint replacement

NCT ID NCT05435690

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing a new computer-assisted navigation system for total knee replacement surgery in 126 adults with knee arthritis. The system helps surgeons place the artificial joint more accurately. Researchers will measure how well patients can use their knee 3 and 12 months after surgery using standard knee scores.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Computer-assisted navigation system (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this navigation system could make knee replacement surgery more precise, leading to better function and faster recovery for patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study without a control group, so results may not prove the system is better than standard surgery. Device malfunctions or surgical complications are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Hôpital Privé Jean Mermoz

Lyon, 69008, France

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