Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Smith & Nephew, Inc., explained in plain language.
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New shoulder implant tested for severe arthritis – but study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the TITAN Reverse Shoulder System, a device used to replace the shoulder joint in people with severe arthritis and a torn rotator cuff. The goal was to see if it relieves pain and improves movement. About 151 people were planned to take part, but the study wa…
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 24, 2026 04:19 UTC
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Ankle implant tracked for Long-Term success in arthritis patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study followed 65 adults with ankle arthritis (from wear-and-tear, injury, or conditions like rheumatoid arthritis) who received the Cadence Total Ankle System implant. Researchers tracked how long the implant lasted without needing removal or revision, checking at 2, 5, and…
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 24, 2026 04:17 UTC
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Knee tear repair device tested, but study stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at a device called NOVOSTITCH PRO used during surgery to fix meniscus tears in the knee. The goal was to see if repairing the tear helps avoid the need for another surgery. The study included 33 adults aged 18 to 70 with meniscus problems. The study was terminat…
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New wound pump shows promise for stubborn leg ulcers
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a single-use negative pressure wound therapy system (PICO) helps heal hard-to-treat venous leg ulcers better than standard care. About 142 adults with leg ulcers that had lasted at least 6 weeks took part. The main goal was to see if more ulcers healed c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New wound vacuum dressing shows promise in small study
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a new type of wound vacuum dressing on 7 people with chronic or acute wounds. The goal was to see if the dressing helps wounds heal or get better. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: Smith & Nephew, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:55 UTC