Ligament balancing in knee replacement
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a new method of balancing the ligaments during total knee replacement. If you are generally healthy and need a first-time knee replacement due to arthritis, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 40 years old.
- You need a total knee replacement due to arthritis (idiopathic osteoarthritis), osteonecrosis, or avascular osteonecrosis.
- You are generally healthy with no major medical issues.
- You have not had a previous surgery on the same knee.
- You have not had a significant injury to that knee before.
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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