Clinical trials
Total Joint Arthroplasty clinical trials
Below are recruiting total joint arthroplasty clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 105 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07356323Recruiting
Study on antibacterial drape for hip or knee replacement
This trial tests if a special antibacterial drape reduces contamination during hip or knee replacement surgery. The drape is placed over the skin to help prevent infection.
Fishers, IndianaAges 22 years+ - NCT01909375Recruiting
Joint replacement registry study for people getting new joints
This is a registry study that collects information about people in the US who are getting a total joint replacement. It may help researchers understand outcomes and improve care for patients like you.
Rosemont, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT06627699Recruiting
Study of the Freedom Total Knee System for knee replacement
This study is for people getting a total knee replacement for the first time. It looks at how well the Freedom Total Knee System works in everyday life.
Leawood, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT04228419Recruiting
Shoulder replacement approach comparison for advanced shoulder arthritis
This trial compares two ways of doing shoulder arthroplasty (shoulder replacement) for people with advanced shoulder arthritis who have not improved with non-surgical treatments. It may help determine which approach works better for pain and function.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 65 years+ - NCT07319546Recruiting
Faster recovery after first knee replacement
This study tests a faster, more active recovery program for people having their first total knee replacement. It may help you get back to daily activities sooner after surgery.
Dali, YunnanAges 50–80 - NCT04848896Recruiting
Safety and outcomes study of a smart knee replacement
This trial studies whether a “smart” knee replacement system (CORI) is safe and works well for people getting a total knee arthroplasty (TKA). If you’re a good candidate for a cemented standard knee replacement, the study follows you for two years to check results after surgery.
EppingAges 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 - 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+ - NCT06193057Recruiting
Custom vs standard total ankle replacement trial
This study compares a custom-made artificial ankle joint to a standard one for people with arthritis in one ankle. If you are a candidate for a first-time ankle replacement, this trial could help find out which type of implant works best.
Bologna, BOAges 40–75 - NCT06122727Recruiting
Custom vs standard knee replacement for better fit
This trial compares custom-made knee replacements (built to fit your unique knee shape) with standard, off-the-shelf knee replacements. It aims to see if a custom implant leads to better function and satisfaction after surgery.
BolognaAges 40–70 - NCT06955481Recruiting
Navigated knee replacement study for better outcomes
This study tests a computer-guided system for total knee replacement. It aims to see if using the OrthoPilot® navigation system helps improve surgical precision and long-term results.
ŠumperkAges 18–80 - NCT05487274Recruiting
Shoulder arthritis surgery plan for specific shoulder bone alignment
This study compares two types of surgery for advanced shoulder osteoarthritis when the shoulder socket is turned backward more than 15 degrees. It aims to see which surgical approach works best for pain and function when the bone alignment issue can be corrected.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 65 years+ - NCT07456787Recruiting
Cold therapy after knee replacement surgery
This trial tests a cold therapy approach (cryopressotherapy) to improve recovery after total knee replacement. It may help reduce pain and swelling so you can move better sooner.
Milan, ItalyAges 18–80 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT06640764Recruiting
Study of Medacta SMS hip stem for hip replacement
This study tests a specific hip implant (the Medacta SMS stem) for people needing a total hip replacement. It aims to see how well the implant works for patients with hip pain or disability from arthritis, injury, or other hip conditions.
Saint-JeanAges 18–85 - NCT07555067Enrolling by invitation
Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Comparison
This trial compares two different robotic systems used during knee replacement surgery for knee arthritis (wear and tear). The study helps doctors understand which robotic system may provide better results.
Bydgoszcz, Kuyavian-Pomeranian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT02469662Recruiting
Study of outcomes after Nexel total elbow replacement
This study looks at how well the Nexel total elbow replacement works over time for people who need an elbow replacement due to pain, damage, or instability. It may help the doctors understand which patients benefit most and what results to expect.
Golden, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04814082Recruiting
Compare two knee implant types for walking and function
This study compares two designs of knee replacement implants to see how they affect walking, function, and outcomes after surgery. You may be randomly assigned to one of the implant types used for your specific, approved knee replacement.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT04629391Recruiting
Reverse vs standard shoulder replacement for arthritis
This study compares two types of shoulder replacement surgery for people with arthritis and an intact rotator cuff. The goal is to see which operation works better and is more reliable for your type of shoulder problem.
MeyrinAges 65–85 - 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 - NCT06733597Recruiting
Bone density change after knee replacement with or without cement
This study looks at how bone density in the thigh bone changes after knee replacement surgery, comparing two ways of attaching the new joint (with cement or without). It may help people who have normal bone density or early bone thinning but not full osteoporosis.
Madison, WisconsinAges 55 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for total joint arthroplasty?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 105 recruiting total joint 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 total joint 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 total joint 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.
Related conditions
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.