KNEE ARTHRITIS

This study tested a special nerve block called a para-sartorial compartment block to control pain after knee surgery. 60 adults having knee surgery under spinal anesthesia received the block to see if it reduces pain and the need for extra painkillers like tramadol. The block aim…

This study tested whether adding dexamethasone or dexmedetomidine to a nerve block could extend pain relief after total knee replacement. 90 adults undergoing knee surgery received one of the two additives. The main goal was to see how long it took before they needed opioid pain …

This study compared two types of total knee replacements (fixed vs mobile bearing) in 160 patients with knee arthritis. The goal was to see which type gives better function and knee alignment. Participants were between 50 and 90 years old and had arthritis on the inner side of th…

This study tested whether giving a short course of steroids (Medrol Dose Pak) after total knee replacement surgery can reduce pain, nausea, and the need for strong painkillers. About 100 adults with knee arthritis took part. The goal was to see if this common anti-inflammatory dr…

This study tested two different nerve block techniques to manage pain after total knee replacement. Sixty adults aged 65 to 100 took part. The goal was to see which method reduced the need for strong painkillers (opioids) and improved pain scores in the first 48 hours after surge…

This study tested a single injection of TTAX03 in the knee for people with severe osteoarthritis (grades 3-4). 90 adults received either the study drug or a placebo (saline). The goal was to see if more people reported significant pain relief or better function after 12 weeks. Th…