Understanding tissue and cellular changes in skeletal diseases

Histology, Biomechanics, and Human Tissue Core

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS · NIH-11042846

This study is looking at how changes in bones and tissues can lead to skeletal diseases, using samples from people having hip replacement surgeries and mice, to help find better ways to treat these conditions for patients like you.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS (nih funded)
Locations1 site (LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11042846 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on characterizing the tissue and cellular changes that contribute to skeletal diseases in both humans and mice. It offers high-quality histology services to identify the cellular basis of musculoskeletal changes, conducts biomechanical testing to assess the strength and quality of bones, and provides access to human tissue samples from patients undergoing hip replacement surgeries. By integrating these services, the research aims to enhance understanding of skeletal diseases and improve treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through this research, which could lead to better management of their conditions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients undergoing hip replacement surgeries or those with skeletal diseases who can provide tissue samples.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to skeletal diseases or those not undergoing surgical procedures may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and management strategies for patients with skeletal diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using biomechanical and histological analyses to understand skeletal diseases, indicating that this approach is promising.

Where this research is happening

LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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