Clinical trials
Knee Arthroplasty clinical trials
Below are recruiting knee arthroplasty clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 236 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07526831Recruiting
Pain Relief Methods for Knee Surgery: Two Nerve Block Approaches
This study compares two ways of numbing nerves around the knee during surgery to see which method reduces pain better after the operation. Both methods use safe, well-established pain-relief techniques.
Kayseri, TalasAges 18 years+ - NCT06758297Recruiting
AI motivational talk after knee replacement
This study tests whether an artificial intelligence-guided motivational conversation can help reduce fear of moving after knee replacement surgery, and improve how much you can move.
Samsun, SamsunAges 18 years+ - NCT06383936Recruiting
Knee replacement for active sports lovers
This study tests a new knee replacement designed for active people ages 40 to 65 who used to play sports but had to stop due to knee pain. It aims to see if the implant helps you return to your favorite activities.
BolognaAges 40–65 - NCT07020312RecruitingPhase 2
Brain training to improve muscle recovery after joint surgery
This trial tests whether brain-computer interface training can help you regain muscle control more effectively after knee or hip surgery. It focuses on four common procedures and uses neurofeedback to optimize muscle activation during recovery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06618820Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Extended tranexamic acid after knee replacement
This trial tests whether taking tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) for several days after knee replacement surgery reduces bleeding and improves recovery. It may help patients who have a standard knee replacement and are not on blood thinners.
Germantown, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06120023Recruiting
Long-term follow-up of the Madison knee replacement system
This study follows patients in France who receive a Madison total knee replacement. It watches how well the knee works and how the patient feels over time, to make sure the implant is safe and effective.
Lyon, RhôneAges 18 years+ - NCT06123715RecruitingPhase 2
Vitamin C to reduce pain after knee replacement
This study tests whether taking vitamin C before and after knee replacement surgery can reduce long-term pain. You may be eligible if you are having knee replacement for osteoarthritis and are generally healthy.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05736549RecruitingPhase 2
Tested stronger pain-blocking shot for knee replacement surgery
This Phase 2 study compares two ways to reduce pain after total knee replacement (TKA): a steroid-enhanced nerve block versus a numbing shot called Exparel. It aims to see which option improves comfort and recovery after surgery done with spinal anesthesia.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05279092RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two pain-control injections for knee replacement surgery
This Phase 2 study compares two ways of reducing nerve pain after knee replacement surgery (total knee arthroplasty). It looks at whether steroid-enhanced pain medicine works better than a different numbing injection to improve recovery and comfort.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07818343Recruiting
Comparing two knee replacement designs for revision surgery
This study compares two types of knee implants used when a previous knee replacement needs to be revised (re-done). It aims to see which design offers better outcomes for patients needing both parts of the implant replaced.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–80 - NCT07348614RecruitingPhase 4
Knee manipulation: best numbing method for less pain
This study tests different numbing techniques to see which works best for pain during a knee manipulation procedure. It may help you have less pain and a smoother recovery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT07630896RecruitingPhase 4
Prednisone and blood sugar monitoring after knee or hip replacement
This study looks at how a common steroid medicine, prednisone, affects blood sugar after knee or hip replacement surgery. It aims to find the best way to manage blood sugar for a smoother recovery.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07485803RecruitingPhase 4
Methadone for pain after knee replacement
This study tests whether methadone, a type of pain medicine, helps control pain better after knee replacement surgery. It is for people who have not used narcotics recently and are otherwise healthy.
Denver, ColoradoAges 21–75 - NCT06040827Recruiting
Study of a knee implant extension for knee replacement
This trial is for adults having their first knee replacement surgery. It tests a special part (tibial extension) of a common knee implant system. Researchers will follow participants over time to see how well it works.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07367789Recruiting
Predicting recovery after knee replacement using smart insoles
This study uses special insoles to measure how you walk before and after a knee replacement. The goal is to see if these measurements can help predict how well you will recover after surgery.
Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT06946368Recruiting
Exparel for pain after knee replacement
This study tests if a long-lasting numbing medicine called Exparel, given by the surgeon during knee replacement, helps control pain after surgery. It is for people having their first total knee replacement on one knee due to arthritis.
Cleveland, OhioAges Any age - NCT06687109Recruiting
Joint replacement surgery registry study
This study collects information from people having joint replacement surgery to track how they do over time and improve care.
Spokane, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06643845Recruiting
Can medical treatments delay or avoid knee replacement?
This trial tests whether a combination of non-surgical treatments can help people with knee osteoarthritis avoid or delay total knee replacement surgery. It may be an option if you are considering knee replacement but want to explore medical alternatives first.
AmiensAges 18–90 - NCT06627673Recruiting
A new knee implant study for severe arthritis
This study compares a new plastic-and-metal knee implant to a standard metal one for people with severe knee arthritis. If you need a total knee replacement and your knee is not too bent or twisted, you may be a candidate.
Leawood, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07597538Recruiting
How Hip Replacement Changes Knee Position and Function
This study examines whether getting a hip replacement changes how your knee aligns and functions. Researchers will compare knee imaging before and after your surgery to understand this connection.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges Any age - NCT07533188Recruiting
Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Alignment Techniques Study
This study compares two different ways surgeons can align and position a robotic knee replacement to see which gives better results. You'll be randomly assigned to one approach and tracked over time to measure pain, function, and satisfaction.
SingaporeAges 18 years+ - NCT07879014Recruiting
Quiet knee protocol after knee replacement surgery
This study tests a special recovery plan after knee replacement surgery. It aims to see if this plan helps reduce pain and improve movement. You may be able to join if you are having one knee replaced due to arthritis.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–100 - NCT06623149Enrolling by invitation
Surgery vs. non-surgery for knee arthritis
This study compares non-surgical treatments with knee replacement surgery for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to find out which approach works better.
Copenhagen, CopenhagenAges Any age - NCT05516381Recruiting
Navigation-assisted knee replacement with two alignment methods
This study tests a computer-guided technique for total knee replacement and compares two ways of aligning the new joint. It may help improve how accurately the surgery is done, which could affect comfort and function afterward.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for knee arthroplasty?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 236 recruiting knee arthroplasty 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 knee arthroplasty 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 knee arthroplasty 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.