Partial tendon cleaning to reduce knee clicking after replacement
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This trial studies a partial cleaning procedure on the quadriceps tendon during knee replacement to reduce clicking or rubbing sensation (crepitus). It is only for people getting a specific type of knee implant (posterior-stabilized) and whose kneecap is not replaced.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have a total knee replacement with a specific type of implant called a posterior-stabilized (PS) design.
- You cannot have had the kneecap replaced (resurfaced) as part of the surgery.
- You cannot have complications like infection or a bone fracture around the implant.
- You cannot have large differences between your knees on X-rays or physical exams.
- You must be willing to stay in the study until follow-up is complete (no loss to follow-up).
- You cannot have cancelled the surgery or refused to join the study.
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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