Improving imaging techniques for assessing knee osteoarthritis
Development of Sodium Fluoride PET-MRI for Quantitative Assessment of Knee Osteoarthritis
['FUNDING_R01'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-10659207
This study is working on new imaging techniques that combine two types of scans to help us see how knee osteoarthritis changes over time, which could lead to better ways to understand and diagnose your knee health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10659207 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced imaging methods that combine PET and MRI to better understand knee osteoarthritis (OA). By creating a three-dimensional imaging technique, the study aims to quantify changes in bone and soft tissue metabolism in response to joint loading. This innovative approach will allow researchers to track the progression of OA over time and assess how biomechanical changes affect the condition. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic tools that provide more accurate assessments of their knee health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis who are experiencing joint pain and mobility issues.
Not a fit: Patients with knee osteoarthritis who are not experiencing significant symptoms or those with other unrelated joint conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic methods and treatment strategies for patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for assessing joint conditions, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GOLD, GARRY E — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: GOLD, GARRY E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: degenerative joint disease