Robotic vs. manual knee replacement: A study on alignment
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares how well the knee is aligned after robotic-assisted knee replacement versus traditional manual knee replacement. It may help patients with osteoarthritis who are scheduled for knee surgery understand if the robotic approach improves alignment and outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have osteoarthritis and are scheduled for a knee replacement (with a Stryker Triathlon prosthesis) at the PLA General Hospital between September 2024 and September 2026
- You are able to have full-length X-rays and a special lower body scan (EOS) before and after surgery
- You are physically and mentally healthy enough to participate and cooperate with the study
- You agree to take part and sign a consent form
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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