Evaluating the Triathlon All-Polyethylene Tibia Knee Device

A Retrospectively Enrolled and Prospectively Followed, Post-market, Multi-center Evaluation of the Clinical Outcomes of the Triathlon All-Polyethylene Tibia

Not applicable Interventional Stryker Orthopaedics · NCT04636190

This study is testing how well the Triathlon All-Polyethylene Tibia Knee Device works for people who have had knee replacement surgery compared to a different type of knee device.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment204 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorStryker Orthopaedics Industry-sponsored
Locations6 sites (Lansing, Michigan and 5 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04636190 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the clinical functional outcomes of the Triathlon All-Polyethylene Tibia Knee Device in patients who have undergone primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). It involves a prospective evaluation of enrolled patients who will be followed for up to 10 years to assess their outcomes. A historical control group using a modular, metal-backed tibia and polyethylene insert will be utilized for comparison. The study aims to provide insights into the long-term effectiveness of this knee device.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have received the Triathlon All-Polyethylene Tibia and compatible Stryker components without any pending revisions.

Not a fit: Patients with active infections, those who are skeletally immature, or those with mental or neuromuscular disorders may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve knee replacement outcomes for patients with arthritis and other knee conditions.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar knee replacement devices, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusions:

* Patient underwent primary TKA and is currently implanted with the Triathlon All- Polyethylene Tibia as well as compatible Stryker femoral and patellar components with no pending revision or removal.
* Patient has signed an IRB-approved, study specific Informed Patient Consent Form.
* Patient is a male or non-pregnant female and is 18 years of age or older at the time of study device implantation.
* Patient is willing and able to comply with postoperative scheduled clinical and radiographic evaluations.

Exclusions:

* Patient had an active or suspected latent infection in or about the affected knee joint at time of study device implantation.
* Patient had distant foci of infection which could have caused hematogenous spread to the implant site at time of study device implantation.
* Patient was skeletally immature at time of study device implantation.
* Patient has a mental or neuromuscular disorder which would create an unacceptable risk of prosthesis instability, prosthesis fixation failure, or complications in postoperative care.
* Patient's bone stock was compromised by disease, infection, or prior implantation which cannot provide adequate support and/or fixation to the prosthesis.
* Patient had severe instability of the knee joint secondary to the absence of collateral ligament integrity and function.
* Patient was immunologically suppressed or receiving steroids in excess of normal physiological requirements at the time of surgery (e.g. \> 30 days).
* Patient is a prisoner.

Where this trial is running

Lansing, Michigan and 5 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Arthropathy of KneeReplacementKnee Arthritis
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.