Clinical trials
Osteoarthritis (OA) clinical trials
Below are recruiting osteoarthritis (oa) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 82 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07673328Recruiting
Knee brace study for people with knee arthritis
This study tests a motorized knee brace for people with knee osteoarthritis. The brace helps support your knee as you walk, climb stairs, and go up and down ramps.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–85 - NCT07651735Recruiting
Safety and Recovery Study of Tipmed Hip Replacement
This study tracks how well people recover after hip replacement surgery using the Tipmed hip implant system. Researchers will monitor your healing and implant performance over time to ensure the device works safely and effectively.
BalıkesirAges 18 years+ - NCT07645989Recruiting
Registry tracking long-term outcomes after MuseCell treatment
This registry follows patients who have received Dezawa MuseCells (a type of cell therapy) to understand how well the treatment works over 5 years. You'll complete online surveys about your health and progress periodically.
North Palm Beach, FloridaAges Up to 89 years - NCT07589127Recruiting
Nerve Block for Pain Relief During Knee Replacement
This study tests whether blocking a specific nerve in the knee can reduce pain and improve recovery after total knee replacement surgery. You would receive this nerve block alongside standard anesthesia to see if it helps you need fewer pain medications afterward.
Hjelset, Møre og RomsdalAges 18–80 - NCT07592871Recruiting
Knee Injury and Arthritis Long-Term Health Study
This study follows patients with knee injuries or wear-and-tear arthritis over time to understand how these conditions develop and change. Your health information helps doctors learn what treatments work best and how to prevent problems.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 18–90 - NCT07481461Recruiting
Knee alignment and biology in osteoarthritis
This study looks at how changes in knee alignment affect symptoms and joint biology in people with early knee osteoarthritis. It may help doctors understand how to better treat knee OA.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT07429955Recruiting
Study on muscle and recovery after hip surgery in older adults
This trial looks at how muscle health affects your ability to get back to normal activities after hip replacement surgery for a broken hip or severe arthritis. By using MRI scans and other tests, researchers hope to understand if having less muscle makes recovery harder.
MontpellierAges 75 years+ - NCT07360093Recruiting
Nerve block for chronic hip pain from osteoarthritis
This study tests a nerve block treatment for people with long-term hip pain from osteoarthritis who haven't gotten enough relief from other treatments. It aims to see if this procedure can help reduce pain.
AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT07347028Recruiting
Trigger point injections for knee osteoarthritis pain
This trial tests whether injecting medication into muscle knots (trigger points) can reduce knee pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may be an option if other treatments haven't helped enough.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT07226973Recruiting
Gait after hip replacement: comparing surgical approaches
This study compares how well people walk after three different types of hip replacement surgery for arthritis. It aims to see if one approach leads to a better walking pattern.
Metairie, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07219888Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Comparing suzetrigine and oxycodone for knee replacement pain
This study compares a new pain medicine called suzetrigine with a commonly used opioid, oxycodone, for pain after a knee replacement. The goal is to see which works better and has fewer side effects.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 21–89 - NCT07150221Enrolling by invitation
10-year follow-up of vitamin E hip liner
This study follows people who received a special vitamin E infused plastic hip liner (Vivacit-E) during a first-time total hip replacement about 10 years ago. It checks how the implant is holding up over time.
South Bend, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05147675RecruitingPhase 1
Testing cord stem cell treatment for osteoarthritis safety
This early study (Phase 1) checks whether an infused stem cell product made from donated umbilical cord tissue is safe in people with osteoarthritis. It’s mainly looking for side effects and whether the treatment can be given safely.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT06929871Recruiting
Cementless vs. cementless knee replacement for osteoarthritis
This trial compares two types of knee replacements: one where the implant is glued in (cemented) and one where it locks into the bone without glue (cementless). It is for people with knee osteoarthritis who need a first-time total knee replacement.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06911437Enrolling by invitation
Knee pain relief with Chinese formula and massage
This study tests if combining a Chinese herbal formula called Xiaoyu Zhitong with a gentle drainage massage can reduce knee pain and swelling. It may help people whose knee symptoms are worse in cold, damp weather.
BeijingAges 25–70 - 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 - NCT06885372Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up of ACL tear patients without surgery
This trial is for people with a torn ACL who are young (up to 25) and have certain risk factors for knee instability. It will follow them long-term to see how their knee does without surgery, focusing on those who are active in pivoting sports, have a loose knee joint, or have naturally loose joints.
Banff, AlbertaAges 14–25 - NCT06670651Enrolling by invitation
Study of a new total knee replacement system
This trial is testing a new knee replacement system called LinkSymphoKnee. It is for people needing a first-time total knee replacement to help reduce pain and improve function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–79 - NCT06187038Recruiting
Pain education study for knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests if learning about chronic pain can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel better. You'll join a program that teaches you about pain and how to manage it.
São PauloAges 40–80 - NCT05517434RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Autologous bone and fat injections versus saline for knee OA
This trial compares different knee injections made from your own bone marrow and/or fat, plus platelet-rich plasma (a blood-derived healing factor), against saline (placebo) to treat painful knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see whether these “autologous” injections reduce knee pain and improve function.
Toronto, OntarioAges 30 years+ - NCT07329023Recruiting
Acupressure for Knee Arthritis in Older Chinese Adults
This trial tests whether learning self-administered acupressure (a type of massage using fingertips) can help older Chinese adults with knee arthritis manage their pain and stiffness without medication. If you join, you will receive training in a community setting and use a smartphone app to track your progress.
KowloonAges 60 years+ - NCT03383081RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cell injection for moderate knee osteoarthritis pain
This Phase 2 study tests whether injected umbilical-cord stem cells can improve safety and reduce symptoms in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. It focuses on people with significant knee pain who have not gotten enough relief from standard, non-procedure treatments.
Changsha, HunanAges Up to 70 years - NCT07482332Recruiting
Core exercises for knee arthritis in women
This study tests if core stability exercises can reduce pain and improve function in women with knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who have not had recent physical therapy and can move their knees and hips freely.
SivasAges 45–65 - NCT07478861Enrolling by invitation
Vibration training for seniors with knee arthritis and obesity
This study tests whether whole-body vibration training can help older adults who have both severe knee arthritis and obesity. It aims to improve strength, mobility, and quality of life.
Banī SuwayfAges 60–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for osteoarthritis (oa)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 82 recruiting osteoarthritis (oa) 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 osteoarthritis (oa) 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 osteoarthritis (oa) 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.