Clinical trials
Chondral Defect clinical trials
Below are recruiting chondral defect clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 8 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06915233RecruitingPhase 3
MACI for ankle cartilage defects in adults
This trial tests a treatment called MACI for people with damaged cartilage in their ankle. It uses your own cells to grow new cartilage, which may help reduce pain and improve how you can use your ankle.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 17–65 - NCT03588975RecruitingPhase 3
MACI transplant for knee cartilage defects in ages 10 to 17
This Phase 3 study tests whether a cartilage repair transplant called MACI (a lab-made cartilage-like tissue) can improve symptoms in young people with knee cartilage damage. It compares a surgery approach chosen for each person, aiming to reduce pain and improve knee function.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT04296487Recruiting
ACI treatment for cartilage repair after failed knee care
This trial tests a cartilage-repair procedure called ACI for people whose knee cartilage injury has not improved after at least 6 months of prior treatment. If you qualify, it may help your cartilage heal and reduce symptoms.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 15–50 - NCT04364334Recruiting
Knee care registry for people treated at UMC Utrecht
This study is a “registry,” meaning researchers collect information about your knee care over time. It may help improve understanding and care for people who receive knee treatment at UMC Utrecht.
UtrechtAges Any age - NCT06921889Recruiting
Outcomes of cartilage cell repair in the knee
This study follows adults who are already scheduled for ACI surgery (a procedure that uses your own cartilage cells to repair knee injuries). It measures how well the knee works after surgery.
BirminghamAges 18 years+ - NCT03909139Recruiting
Stem-cell injection during hip arthroscopy for labral tears
This trial looks at whether using BMAC (a substance made from a person’s own bone marrow) during hip arthroscopy helps people with labral tears caused by hip impingement. It aims to improve hip pain and function by combining the injection with the standard surgical repair.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06003101RecruitingPhase 3
Blood treatments for hip labrum tear surgery
This study tests whether adding platelet-rich plasma (a blood concentrate), platelet-poor plasma, or bone marrow concentrate during hip surgery helps people with a torn labrum recover better. If you need hip arthroscopy and haven't had prior hip surgery, you may be able to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06893302Recruiting
Bone marrow injection during knee scope for cartilage or meniscus
This trial tests if adding a bone marrow injection to standard knee arthroscopy helps your knee heal better. It is for people with a torn meniscus or damaged cartilage who have healthy knee joints without arthritis.
New York, New YorkAges 18–64
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chondral defect?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 8 recruiting chondral defect studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chondral defect trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chondral defect trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.