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New MRI scan could catch hip arthritis early

NCT ID NCT02792010

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a special MRI technique called T1rho to measure hip cartilage in 31 healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if the method gives consistent results and to establish normal values. This could help doctors detect early signs of hip osteoarthritis, a common and painful joint disease, before damage becomes severe.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this MRI technique could help doctors spot early signs of hip osteoarthritis before symptoms appear.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy volunteers only. It does not test any treatment, so it may not lead to direct patient benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

31 people

The number who actually took part.

Start date

May 2015

Finished

Jan 2016

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 49 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * BMI \<30 * Accepting to participate in the study and signed the written informed consent * Covered by a health insurance system Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant woman or risk of pregnancy * MRI contraindication * Protected adults * Language barrier * Previous or current hip pain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospices Civils de Lyon - Hôpital Edouard Herriot Pavillon B Radiologie

    Lyon, 69437, France

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