New thumb implant could speed recovery from arthritis surgery
NCT ID NCT06078189
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two surgical treatments for rhizarthrosis, a type of arthritis at the base of the thumb. One group gets a new prosthesis (HORUS implant), the other gets the standard trapezectomy. Researchers will measure hand function and pain in 50 patients over the short term to see which approach leads to faster recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
HORUS trapezium-metacarpal prosthesis (a device)
What this could lead to
If the prosthesis works better, it could offer faster recovery and less pain than the standard surgery for thumb arthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The new device could have complications or not improve outcomes.
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Clinique BIZET
RECRUITINGParis, 75116, France
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