Joint fluid treasure hunt could unlock secrets of arthritis

NCT ID NCT02664870

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study is creating a collection of joint fluid samples from 149 adults with osteoarthritis or pre-arthritis. Researchers will analyze these samples for biomarkers that might help diagnose the disease earlier or track its progression. The goal is to better understand how osteoarthritis starts and worsens, which could lead to better treatments in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke Orthopaedic Clinics

    Durham, North Carolina, United States

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