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Cartilage Defects of the Knee clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Cartilage Defects of the Knee clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in United States (2), South Korea (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 2Countries
Newest Cartilage Defects of the Knee clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| New cartilage regeneration treatment added to microfracture for knee cartilage defects | Phase 4 | Daegu, Daegu and 12 other locations | Recruiting | Jun 10, 2026 |
| BioPoly implant for knee cartilage defects | — | Redwood City, California and 4 other locations | Recruiting | Apr 8, 2025 |
| Adding bone marrow aspirate to knee arthroscopy for meniscus and cartilage injuries | — | New York, New York | Recruiting | Mar 25, 2025 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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New cartilage regeneration treatment added to microfracture for knee cartilage defects
This trial tests whether adding a new cartilage regeneration treatment to standard microfracture surgery helps people with knee cartilage damage feel better and regain knee function, compared with microfracture alone.
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BioPoly implant for knee cartilage defects
This study is testing a new knee implant to see if it can help adults with cartilage damage feel better and avoid more surgery compared to standard treatments.
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Adding bone marrow aspirate to knee arthroscopy for meniscus and cartilage injuries
This trial will test whether giving a small bone marrow aspirate injection during knee arthroscopy helps adults (18–64) with meniscal tears or focal cartilage damage have less pain and better knee function.
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Quick answers
How many Cartilage Defects of the Knee clinical trials are recruiting right now?
3, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in United States (2 trials), South Korea (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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