Clinical trials · Raleigh–Durham, NC
Knee Osteoarthritis clinical trials in Raleigh–Durham
We’re tracking 8 recruiting knee osteoarthritis studies with a site in or near Raleigh–Durham — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Raleigh–Durham
- NCT06477965Recruiting
Registry for artery embolization to treat chronic pain
This is a registry study that gathers information from people who have had an artery embolization procedure to treat long-term pain from conditions such as arthritis. The goal is to track outcomes and better understand the procedure's effectiveness.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07215572Recruiting
Group physical therapy for veterans with knee osteoarthritis
This trial studies whether a group physical therapy program can help veterans with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if this approach is practical and effective for improving knee pain and function.
Durham, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT04875052Recruiting
Study vibration after ACL injury and future arthritis risk
This study looks at whether using vibration after an ACL injury helps predict or reduce the risk of developing post-traumatic osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis) later. It may help researchers learn which patients are more likely to develop arthritis after ACL reconstruction.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 16–35 - NCT05946044Recruiting
Preventing Knee Arthritis in People at Higher Risk
This study looks at ways to help prevent knee osteoarthritis before it starts. It is designed for women with higher body weight who currently have no arthritis signs on scans and do not have much knee pain.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 50 years+ - NCT06090097Recruiting
Game therapy for knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests a game-based therapy that uses biofeedback to help strengthen your knee. It may help you move better and feel less pain.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 30–75 - NCT06096259RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing knee arthritis after ACL injury
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can prevent arthritis after an ACL injury. If you are planning to have ACL surgery soon, you may be able to join.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT06988163Enrolling by invitation
Osteoarthritis care tools for primary care doctors
This study tests a tool to help doctors manage osteoarthritis care. You may join if you are a healthcare provider at the UNC pilot clinic or a patient who has been referred to the 'Walk With Ease' program by that clinic, are 18 or older, and speak English.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–99 - NCT05848622Recruiting
Gait retraining after ACL surgery for fast knee recovery
This trial tests a walking (gait) rehabilitation program to improve how you move after ACL reconstruction. It may help if you are still having walking mechanics issues in the months to years after surgery.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 16–35
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Where these studies are running near Raleigh–Durham
Institutions with a site for the recruiting knee osteoarthritis studies listed above.
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 5 studies
- Durham VA Medical Center
- Thurston Arthritis Research Center
- Vascular Solutions of North Carolina
- Womack Army Medical Center
What taking part in a knee osteoarthritis study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting knee osteoarthritis studies in North Carolina.
Common questions
- Are there knee osteoarthritis clinical trials near Raleigh–Durham?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 8 recruiting knee osteoarthritis studies with a site near Raleigh–Durham, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a knee osteoarthritis study near Raleigh–Durham?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Raleigh–Durham to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Raleigh–Durham, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a knee osteoarthritis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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