Clinical trials
Hip Osteoarthritis clinical trials
Below are recruiting hip osteoarthritis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 98 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04960098Recruiting
Survey after hip or knee replacement surgery
This study asks people who have had a hip or knee replacement to share how they’re doing over time. It’s testing whether patient-reported survey answers can help measure recovery and outcomes.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT05100966Recruiting
Exercise program for people waiting for hip or knee replacement
This trial tests a “getting fit” program to help people who are somewhat frail before hip or knee replacement surgery. It aims to improve fitness while you wait for surgery, which may help you feel stronger for recovery.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 60 years+ - NCT06249958Recruiting
Personalized rehabilitation after hip or knee replacement
This study looks at how personalized rehabilitation after hip or knee replacement surgery can improve your quality of life. It is for people who had their surgery at IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute in 2019.
Milan, ItaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT06074900Recruiting
Waiting for hip or knee replacement study
This study follows people waiting for hip or knee replacement surgery due to osteoarthritis. It helps researchers understand how to better support patients during the wait.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06342843Recruiting
Comparing two ways to do hip replacement surgery
This trial compares two different surgical approaches for total hip replacement: the direct superior approach and the posterolateral approach. It aims to see which one leads to better recovery and outcomes for people with severe hip arthritis.
Breda, North BrabantAges 18–99 - NCT07651462Recruiting
Fasting Before Hip Surgery and Gut Health
This study tests whether fasting for 20 days before hip replacement surgery changes your gut bacteria in ways that might help your recovery. Researchers want to understand if this dietary approach affects how well you heal after the operation.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT05169229RecruitingPhase 2
Antibiotic bone graft to prevent infection in hip replacement
This trial tests whether adding antibiotics to the bone graft used during hip replacement surgery can lower the risk of infection. It may help people who need a bone graft as part of their hip replacement.
Linköping, Region ÖstergotlandAges 18 years+ - NCT06640764Recruiting
Study of Medacta SMS hip stem for hip replacement
This study tests a specific hip implant (the Medacta SMS stem) for people needing a total hip replacement. It aims to see how well the implant works for patients with hip pain or disability from arthritis, injury, or other hip conditions.
Saint-JeanAges 18–85 - NCT07231471Recruiting
Platelet-rich plasma for muscle and joint pain
This study tests whether an injection of your own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can help heal muscle, tendon, or joint problems that haven't gotten better with other treatments like physical therapy or medications.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT04031820Recruiting
Comparing two hip cup types to prevent dislocation
This trial compares a “dual-mobility” hip cup to a “unipolar” hip cup during primary hip replacement, focusing on dislocation (the hip coming out of place) and overall cost-effectiveness. It may help your care team choose the best implant for you and monitor outcomes after surgery.
AmsterdamAges 70 years+ - NCT06845657Recruiting
Hip strengthening exercises for knee arthritis
This study tests if strengthening the hip muscles can reduce knee pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help you if you have had knee pain for at least 3 months and are between 40 and 60 years old.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT07347041Recruiting
Trigger point injections for hip osteoarthritis pain
This study tests if injecting pain-relieving medication into tight muscle knots (called trigger points) can reduce hip pain from osteoarthritis. It is for people who still have pain despite trying other treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT05675618Recruiting
Returning to Golf After Joint Replacement Surgery
This study focuses on helping people get back to golfing after common orthopedic (bone/joint) surgeries like hip or knee or shoulder replacement. You may be asked to complete follow-up questionnaires to track recovery and return-to-golf progress.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07354542Recruiting
Relaxation therapy for pain and sleep after joint replacement
This trial tests if different relaxation methods, such as breathing exercises or virtual reality, can help reduce pain and improve sleep after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is designed for people who have had a joint replacement and are able to use a mobile phone or tablet.
Bartın, CenterAges 18 years+ - NCT07696650Recruiting
Choose to Move Replacement Ready study
This study looks at a program called Choose to Move Replacement Ready (CTM-RR) for older adults and the people who help them get active. It tests how well the program works for activity coaches, participants, and healthcare referral partners.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT07069179Recruiting
Choose to Move replacement study for older adults
This study tests a program called Choose to Move Replacement Ready (CTM-RR) designed for older adults. It looks at how well activity coaches and healthcare referral partners can help people get active.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT07347821Recruiting
Study of osteoarthritis in hip and knee replacement patients
This study looks at why osteoarthritis happens in the hip and knee by studying tissue samples taken during joint replacement surgery. If you are already scheduled for a first-time hip or knee replacement and have osteoarthritis, you may be able to join.
Ostrów Mazowiecka, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT06863636RecruitingPhase 3
Combination painkiller vs celecoxib for osteoarthritis flare-ups
This study tests whether a combination of two pain relievers (celecoxib and acetaminophen) works better than celecoxib alone for sudden, severe osteoarthritis pain in the knee or hip.
Mexico CityAges 40 years+ - NCT06506201Recruiting
Hip replacement methods and leg length difference
This study compares two ways to perform hip replacement to see which one helps reduce leg length differences after surgery. The findings could help people with severe arthritis get better alignment and feel more comfortable.
BolognaAges 50–80 - NCT06162195Recruiting
Comparing a new hip implant to standard hip replacement
This trial compares a new hip implant (H1) to a standard total hip replacement. It is for people who need hip replacement on one side due to arthritis or other hip conditions and can commit to long-term follow-up.
BournemouthAges Any age - NCT06747494Recruiting
Comparing general vs spinal anesthesia for hip or knee replacement
This study compares two types of anesthesia (general and spinal) for people having a total hip or knee replacement. The goal is to see which approach is better for recovery and overall outcomes.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07055113Recruiting
Home rehab program for hip or knee arthritis
This study tests a home-based rehab program for people with hip or knee arthritis who do not need joint replacement yet. It aims to help improve function and reduce pain through online sessions.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges Any age - NCT07327931Recruiting
Comparing two PENG block recipes for hip surgery in older adults
This study tests two different types of local numbing medicine (with and without extra additives) for a nerve block called PENG block in older adults having hip surgery. The goal is to find which method controls pain better and reduces the need for strong pain relievers.
PoznanAges 65–100 - NCT06957444Enrolling by invitation
Allergic skin reactions and scar appearance after joint replacement
This study looks at how often patients have an allergic skin reaction to the stitches used after knee or hip replacement, and how their scar looks. If you are having a first-time replacement, you may be able to join.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hip osteoarthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 98 recruiting hip osteoarthritis 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 hip osteoarthritis 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 hip osteoarthritis 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.
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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.