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New treatment option for Thumb Osteoarthritis
Official title Surgery for Thumb Base Osteoarthritis: Joint Replacement vs. Trapeziectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07569549
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the surgical method with total joint arthroplasty, (TOUCH joint prosthesis), is as good as or better than the traditional surgical method, trapezectomy, to treat thumb base joint osteoarthritis. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does surgery with total joint arthroplasty provide better power grip and pinch grip strength compared to traditional surgery?
- 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 40 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Age 40-80 years at inclusion
- CMC-joint osteoarthritis grade 1-3 (Eaton-Littler classification)
- Rest pain or pain reducing hand function with indication for surgery
- Insufficient relief from non-operative treatment for ≥3 months (orthosis, OTC analgesics, cortisone injection)
- Eligible for both prosthesis and trapezectomy per including surgeon
You likely can't join if
- Previous surgery to thumb base or STT-joint
- Ongoing chronic pain condition
- Dementia or cognitive impairment
- Trapezium height \<7 mm on plain radiograph
- Active smoker
- Osteoarthritis grade 4 (Eaton-Littler)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 40-80 years at inclusion
- CMC-joint osteoarthritis grade 1-3 (Eaton-Littler classification)
- Rest pain or pain reducing hand function with indication for surgery
- Insufficient relief from non-operative treatment for ≥3 months (orthosis, OTC analgesics, cortisone injection)
- Eligible for both prosthesis and trapezectomy per including surgeon
- Non-smoker or complete smoking cessation ≥6 weeks prior to surgery
- Previous surgery to thumb base or STT-joint
- Ongoing chronic pain condition
- Dementia or cognitive impairment
- Trapezium height \<7 mm on plain radiograph
- Active smoker
- Osteoarthritis grade 4 (Eaton-Littler)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Örebro, Sweden
- Uppsala, Sweden
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, 40 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Örebro, Sweden; Uppsala, Sweden. 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.