Nuvasive
Clinical trials sponsored by Nuvasive, explained in plain language.
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New bone graft shows promise in neck surgery study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a bone graft material called Osteocel Plus in people having neck fusion surgery for degenerative disc disease. 182 participants received the graft during surgery and were followed for 24 months to see how well the bones fused and how safe it was. The goal was…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New spine plate shows promise in fusion surgery study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how safe and effective a new spine plate system is for adults with back problems like degenerative disc disease or scoliosis. 75 people took part and received the plate during spine fusion surgery. The main goals were to check for device-related problems and …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New stem cell bone graft shows promise for back pain relief
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a product called Osteocel Plus, which is a bone graft material that contains stem cells, used in spinal fusion surgery for people with degenerative disc disease. The goal was to see if it helps the bones fuse together as well as using the patient's own bone. …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New minimally invasive back surgery tested against standard procedure
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at two different surgical methods for treating lower back problems caused by worn-out discs. Researchers compared a standard open-back surgery to a newer, less invasive technique called MAS PLIF. They tracked complications and pain levels in 67 adults who needed…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New artificial disc could replace neck fusion surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new artificial disc called NeoDisc against standard neck fusion surgery (ACDF) in 488 adults with a damaged disc in the neck. The goal was to see if NeoDisc is as safe and effective at reducing pain and disability over two years. Participants were randomly ass…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:24 UTC
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New bone graft shows promise in spine surgery trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at using Osteocel Plus, a bone graft material, in a type of spine surgery called XLIF for people with degenerative disc disease and back pain. 104 participants received the graft during surgery and were followed for 24 months to see if their spine bones fused to…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:23 UTC
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New artificial disc matches fusion for neck pain relief
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new artificial disc (Simplify® Disc) for people with two damaged discs in the neck causing arm pain, numbness, or weakness. It compared the disc to standard fusion surgery in 182 adults. The goal was to see if the artificial disc is as safe and effective at re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:22 UTC
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New spinal implant shows promise for chronic back pain
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new spinal implant (Modulus ALIF) in 123 adults with back pain from degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, or spinal stenosis. The goal was to see if the device is safe and helps fuse the spine bones together, reducing pain and disability. Participants …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:22 UTC
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New bone putty tested as alternative to patient's own bone in spine surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a man-made bone graft material (AttraX Putty) works as well as using a patient's own bone for spinal fusion surgery. 45 adults with degenerative spine conditions were randomly assigned to receive either the putty or their own bone during a specific type …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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New spine implants show promise for chronic back pain sufferers
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the safety and performance of two types of spine implants (MLX and XLX ACR) in 109 adults with degenerative spine conditions like disc disease or scoliosis. The goal was to see how well the implants worked and if they caused any complications. The study found…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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New back surgery shows promise for chronic pain sufferers
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a new type of spine surgery called ILIF for people with degenerative disc disease in the lower back. 77 adults over age 40 who had not improved with other treatments received the surgery. The main goal was to see if their disability and pain improved over 24 …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 12:01 UTC
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5-Year study confirms disc implant keeps neck pain at bay
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 291 people who received a two-level Simplify® Cervical Artificial Disc to treat degenerative disc disease in the neck. Researchers checked how well the disc worked over 5 years by measuring pain, nerve function, and whether any serious problems or repeat surge…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 12:00 UTC
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3D-Printed spine implant shows promise in small trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a new 3D-printed titanium implant used in spine surgery to treat conditions like degenerative disc disease and scoliosis. 36 adults received the implant during a procedure called XLIF. Researchers tracked complications, bone fusion, and patient recovery to se…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Stem cell graft shows promise for back pain relief in spinal fusion
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special bone graft called Osteocel Plus, which contains stem cells, helps bones in the spine fuse together after surgery. It involved 51 adults with degenerative disc disease who had not improved with other treatments. The goal was to see if this gr…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 11:59 UTC
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5-Year data shows disc implant holds up well
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 145 people who received the Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc to replace a damaged disc in the neck. Researchers checked if the implant was still working safely and effectively after 5 years. The goal was to see if patients had less neck pain and avoided furth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Stem cell bone graft shows promise for back pain relief
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special bone graft called Osteocel Plus, which contains stem cells, in 19 people with degenerative disc disease who needed spinal fusion surgery. The goal was to see if it helps bones fuse together as well as the standard bone graft taken from the patient's ow…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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New artificial disc matches standard surgery for neck pain relief
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new artificial disc, called Simplify®, for people with cervical degenerative disc disease causing arm pain or nerve problems. 150 adults received either the new disc or standard fusion surgery. The goal was to see if the new disc was as safe and effective at r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:38 UTC
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Back surgery showdown: which procedure offers better pain relief?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of spine surgery (XLIF and TLIF) in 55 adults with a slipped vertebra in the lower back. The goal was to see which surgery better improved pain and daily function over two years. Participants had not found relief from at least six months of non-surgi…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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Real-Time screw check could prevent nerve damage in spine surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a device called NeuroVision that monitors nerve activity while surgeons place screws in the spine. Normally, screw position is checked after placement, but this device checks as the screw goes in. The goal was to see if real-time monitoring helps prevent screw m…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Spine surgery gets a tech upgrade: study tests planning software
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using computer software to plan spine surgery helps surgeons achieve better spinal alignment. It involved 306 adults who needed fusion surgery on their lower or middle back. The main goal was to see if the planning tool changed the surgical plan and i…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Computer model aims to predict posture after spine surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a computer model that predicts the most comfortable standing posture for people after spinal fusion surgery. Researchers enrolled 200 adults who had thoracolumbar spinal fusion and compared the model's predictions to their actual posture at follow-up. The goal i…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Spine surgery monitoring gets a potential upgrade
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new method to monitor nerves during lower back surgery. Researchers wanted to see if they could stimulate nerves from the skin surface instead of inside the surgical site. 57 adults having lumbar spine surgery participated. The goal was to see if this approach…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:27 UTC
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Spine surgery safety check: nerve monitors put to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well special nerve monitors work during a type of spine surgery called XLIF. Over 300 adults with worn-out discs in their lower back took part. The goal was to see if the monitors could spot nerve problems early, helping surgeons avoid injury.
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:26 UTC
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Massive spine surgery database aims to unlock better treatments
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study gathered information from over 8,000 people who had spine surgery for conditions like worn-out vertebrae, spinal injuries, or abnormal curves. Researchers collected X-rays and health records to build a large database. The goal is to analyze this data later to find out …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:24 UTC
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Can a simple test during back surgery prevent nerve damage?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at a technique that stimulates nerves during a specific type of spine surgery (XLIF) to see if it can quickly spot nerve problems. Researchers checked how well the method worked by comparing nerve signals during surgery with patients' nerve health up to six week…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC