Investigating how social factors affect the timing of total knee replacement surgery
Social Determinants and Timeliness of Total Knee Replacement A National Perspective
This study looks at when people in the U.S. get knee replacement surgeries and how things like access to healthcare and living conditions affect that timing, so we can find ways to help more patients get the care they need when they need it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11168650 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the timing of total knee replacement (TKR) surgeries across the United States by analyzing data from a national registry, radiographic readings, and Medicare claims. It aims to understand how social determinants, such as access to healthcare and the built environment, influence when patients receive TKR. The study will classify patients based on their functional disability and assess how these social factors impact both the utilization of TKR and the outcomes after surgery. By identifying barriers and facilitators to timely care, this research seeks to inform policies that improve access to TKR for those who need it most.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing significant knee pain and disability who are considering total knee replacement surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who are not candidates for total knee replacement or those with conditions unrelated to knee pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to timely total knee replacement surgeries for patients who need them.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding social determinants can significantly impact healthcare access and outcomes, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ghomrawi, Hassan — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Ghomrawi, Hassan
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.