Prosthesis surgery for unstable elbow joint injuries
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a new implant (prosthesis) for people with a painful, unstable proximal radial/ulna joint in the elbow. It may help restore stability and motion if you are a good surgical candidate and can follow a long recovery and follow-up plan.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be fully grown (skeletally mature) and under 85 years old
- You have elbow joint problems with pain, a “grinding” feeling (crepitation), and reduced motion from wear or injury
- You must be able to understand the consent form and agree to attend rehab and follow-up visits
- You may be excluded if you have poor bone or not enough healthy tissue where the implant would go
- You must not have severe arthritis in the upper arm/elbow areas that causes pain through most of the movement
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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