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New treatment option for Osteo Arthritis Knee
Official title Balancing Kinematically Aligned Total Knee Replacements During Total Primary Knee Arthroplasty Using Verasense
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03286868
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Total Knee Replacement (TKR) is an operation to help with the pain and decreased function that happens with end stage arthritis of the knee. This operation has been shown to be very successful at relieving pain and improving patient mobility; however, some studies have shown that up to 20% of TKR recipients are not happy with their knee replacement.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Symptomatic arthritis of the knee indicating primary total knee arthroplasty
- Between the ages of 21 and 80 inclusive
- Patients willing and able to comply with follow-up requirements and self-evaluations
- Ability to give informed consent
- Varus alignment
You likely can't join if
- Patients less than 21 years of age, or 81 years of age and older
- Unable to provide consent
- BMI \>45
- Pregnancy
- Patients with inflammatory arthritis, posttraumatic osteoarthritis, post high tibial osteotomy, or arthritis due to sepsis will be excluded.
- Active or prior infection
See the full eligibility criteria
- Symptomatic arthritis of the knee indicating primary total knee arthroplasty
- Between the ages of 21 and 80 inclusive
- Patients willing and able to comply with follow-up requirements and self-evaluations
- Ability to give informed consent
- Varus alignment
- Patients less than 21 years of age, or 81 years of age and older
- Unable to provide consent
- BMI \>45
- Pregnancy
- Patients with inflammatory arthritis, posttraumatic osteoarthritis, post high tibial osteotomy, or arthritis due to sepsis will be excluded.
- Active or prior infection
- Medical condition precluding major surgery
- Severe osteoporosis or osteopenia
- Neuromuscular impairment
- Significant co-morbidity affecting ability to ambulate
- Valgus alignment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.