HIP OSTEOARTHRITIS

This study will see if using a device called the Alexis wound retractor during hip replacement surgery leads to better wound healing and fewer infections compared to not using it. About 202 adults having hip replacement will take part. Researchers will check wound healing, scarri…

This study tests whether adding a third nerve block to two standard ones can better control pain after hip surgery. Many patients still feel pain in the back of the hip with standard blocks. Researchers will compare pain scores and the need for extra pain medicine in 50 adults un…

This study tests whether giving dexamethasone through a vein can improve pain control after total hip replacement surgery. About 198 adults having hip replacement will receive either no dexamethasone, 4 mg, or 8 mg along with standard anesthesia and a nerve block. The main goal i…

This study tests whether a single injection of concentrated bone marrow cells (BMAC) can reduce pain and improve function in people with hip osteoarthritis better than a standard steroid injection. One hundred adults aged 18-75 with moderate to severe hip arthritis will be random…

This study tests if a special nerve block, called a PENG block, can reduce pain and inflammation in older adults having hip replacement surgery. 60 people aged 65-100 will be randomly assigned to get either the nerve block or a fake procedure. The goal is to see if the block lowe…

This study will test three different ways to manage pain during and after hip replacement surgery in people aged 60 and older. The goal is to find which method provides the best pain relief with fewer side effects and less need for strong opioid painkillers. Participants will be …

This study tests three ways to manage pain after hip surgery in people aged 65 and older. It compares a newer nerve block, a standard injection around the joint, and a combination of both. The goal is to find which method provides the best pain relief with fewer side effects and …

This study aims to find out how often young adults with hip pain also struggle with depression, anxiety, or fear of movement. It will also test if cognitive-based therapy can improve their pain and daily function. About 150 people aged 15-39 with non-arthritic hip conditions will…