Clinical trials
Osteoarthritis clinical trials
Below are recruiting osteoarthritis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 612 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT04651673Enrolling by invitation
Knee brace program for adults with knee osteoarthritis pain
This trial looks at using a prescribed knee brace to help relieve knee pain and symptoms from knee osteoarthritis. You may be able to join if your knee braces are being provided through participating clinics and you can consent and complete study questionnaires.
Hässleholm, Skåne CountyAges 18–100 - NCT03484325Enrolling by invitation
Patient registry for joint replacement and related surgeries
This trial is a “registry,” meaning it collects information from people who choose certain elective joint surgeries. It may help doctors better understand outcomes and safety after procedures like hip and knee operations.
Houston, TexasAges 18–100 - NCT07784998Recruiting
Weight-bearing physiotherapy for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares how men and women respond to a special type of physiotherapy that uses gradual weight-bearing exercises to reduce knee pain and improve function. It may help you if you have moderate knee osteoarthritis and are looking for a non-surgical treatment option.
Gujar Khan, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT07458360Recruiting
Front block for better recovery after hip replacement
This study tests if a special nerve block called the front block (pericapsular nerve group block) improves recovery after hip replacement surgery. You may be eligible if you are having hip replacement under spinal anesthesia and do not have certain health issues.
KonyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07339111RecruitingPhase 3
CARTISTEM vs surgery for knee cartilage damage and osteoarthritis
This trial tests if a cell-based treatment called CARTISTEM can repair knee cartilage better than surgery alone. It involves people with knee osteoarthritis and a cartilage defect, with moderate pain and limited function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT04660955Enrolling by invitation
10-year follow-up MRI after ACL surgery in young athletes
This study uses an MRI scan to look at knees 10 years after ACL reconstruction. It helps researchers understand how the knee changes over time after sports-related ACL injury, and how well reconstruction lasts.
Cleveland, OhioAges 22–45 - NCT06520085Recruiting
Using a phone app to improve recovery after shoulder surgery
This trial tests whether a personalized mobile app helps people recover better after reverse shoulder replacement surgery. If you use a smartphone or tablet, the app may guide your recovery and track your progress.
Venlo, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07775248RecruitingPhase 4
Long-lasting pain relief after knee replacement
This trial tests a new type of pain medicine that is given during knee replacement surgery and slowly releases pain relief over several days. It may help reduce the need for opioid painkillers after surgery.
Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06058169Recruiting
Home vibration therapy for arthritis knee pain
This study tests if doing whole-body vibration exercises at home can help reduce knee pain from arthritis. You stand on a gently vibrating platform for short periods over several weeks.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 40–75 - 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 - NCT07383740Recruiting
Reliability of a gentle bike test for hip or knee osteoarthritis
This study checks whether a simple, low-effort bike test gives consistent results for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. It helps doctors understand how well this test can measure your fitness without pushing you too hard.
GothenburgAges 30 years+ - NCT07151417RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Steroid injection during total knee replacement
This study tests whether adding a corticosteroid (a type of anti-inflammatory medicine) to the standard pain injection during total knee replacement can improve pain relief. It is for adults getting their first knee replacement at certain military hospitals.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07767409Recruiting
Home exercise app versus clinic physiotherapy for knee arthritis
This study compares doing exercises and self-care through a smartphone app to attending physiotherapy at a hospital clinic for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if the app is as helpful for reducing pain and improving function.
SingaporeAges 45–95 - 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 - NCT05067543Recruiting
Shoulder replacement study using a new humerus implant device
This study tests a specific device used for shoulder arthroplasty (shoulder replacement) in adults. You may be able to join if you need a shoulder replacement and meet safety checks around infection, bone quality, and allergies.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT07762170RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid injections for back and pelvic pain
This study is testing how well and how safely steroid injections work for different types of back pain. If you join, you'll receive the injection as part of your care and fill out surveys about your pain and ability to do daily activities before and after.
Thornhill, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07764354Recruiting
Patient education for sticking with home exercises
This study tests whether extra education helps people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions—like long-term back pain, knee arthritis, or partial rotator cuff tears—stick with their home exercise routines to feel better. If you have one of these conditions and are willing to follow a home exercise plan, this could help you manage pain.
Dammam, Eastern ProvinceAges Any age - NCT07763158Recruiting
Treatment for severe knee pain using artery embolization
This study tests a procedure that blocks tiny arteries in the knee to reduce pain from severe arthritis. It is for people who cannot have knee replacement surgery because of other health issues.
Jeddah, Mecca RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT03921944Recruiting
CT and nerve tests after shoulder replacement for arthritis
This study checks how well the rotator cuff (the shoulder’s key tendons/muscles) is working after a total shoulder replacement done for arthritis. It uses CT scans and nerve testing to see what affects shoulder structure and function, which may help improve future care.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 45 years+ - 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 - NCT06423716RecruitingPhase 4
Duloxetine to reduce opioid use after knee replacement
This study tests whether taking the pain medication duloxetine before and after knee replacement surgery can reduce the need for opioid painkillers. It may help patients manage pain with fewer side effects from strong narcotics.
Toronto, OntarioAges 50 years+ - NCT07532785Recruiting
Water and Land Exercise Before Knee Replacement Surgery
This trial tests whether a 6-week program combining weekly water-based exercise and three times weekly land-based training can help reduce knee pain and improve strength before total knee replacement surgery. The program aims to help you recover better after your operation.
London, EnglandAges 18 years+ - NCT06328062Recruiting
Comparing two pain medicines for knee replacement
This study compares two medicines, mirogabalin and pregabalin, to see which works better for pain after total knee replacement. It may help you find more effective pain relief after surgery.
Khlong Luang, Changwat Pathum ThaniAges 50–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for osteoarthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 612 recruiting 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 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 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.