Clinical trials · North Carolina
Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis clinical trials in North Carolina
We’re tracking 5 recruiting post-traumatic osteoarthritis studies with a site in North Carolina — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in North Carolina
- 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 - NCT05603728Recruiting
Follow-up study for Exactech shoulder implants after surgery
This study follows people who get (or already had) a shoulder replacement to see how the implant is doing over time. It may help improve future care by tracking long-term performance and safety.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 21 years+ - 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 - 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 - NCT07104279Recruiting
Zimmer Biomet hip implant follow-up study
This study is for people who need a hip replacement for the first time. It is testing a specific hip implant system called the Z1 Hip System and will follow patients to see how well it works over time.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis trials by city in North Carolina
Where these studies are running in North Carolina
Institutions with a site for the recruiting post-traumatic osteoarthritis studies listed above.
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 3 studies
- Duke Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- OrthoCarolina Research Institute
- Southeastern Sports Medicine and Orthopedics
- Womack Army Medical Center
What taking part in a post-traumatic 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.
Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there post-traumatic osteoarthritis clinical trials in North Carolina?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting post-traumatic osteoarthritis studies with a site in North Carolina, 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 post-traumatic osteoarthritis study in North Carolina?
- 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 North Carolina to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in North Carolina, 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 post-traumatic 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.
Not the right time?
New post-traumatic osteoarthritis studies open in North Carolina regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.