Which scan is best for foot arthritis? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT05912153

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

Summary

This study compares SPECT-CT and MRI scans to see which is better at diagnosing symptomatic osteoarthritis in the ankle, hindfoot, and midfoot. Researchers will enroll 132 adults with suspected foot arthritis and measure each scan's accuracy. The goal is to determine the most reliable imaging method to guide treatment decisions.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors choose the most accurate imaging test for foot and ankle osteoarthritis, improving diagnosis and treatment planning.

What could go wrong

This is a relatively small, single-center study comparing two imaging methods. Results may not apply to all patients or settings, and neither test is a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Martini Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Groningen, 9728 NT, Netherlands

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