Knee replacement: robot vs. caliper for natural alignment
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to do knee replacement surgery: one using a robot and one using a hand-held tool called a caliper. Both aim to put the new knee in a position that matches your natural anatomy, which may lead to a better feeling knee.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are about to have your first total knee replacement (not a second replacement).
- Your surgeon plans to use a 'kinematic alignment' method (a way to place the knee parts for better motion).
- You are willing to be randomly assigned to either robotic surgery or a surgery with a hand-held tool (caliper).
- You have had the needed x-rays or scans before surgery.
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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