Evaluating treatments for hip microinstability
Prospective Evaluation of Non-Surgical and Arthroscopic Treatment for Hip Microinstability
This study is testing whether non-surgical physiotherapy or surgery works better for adults with hip microinstability to help improve their hip function.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 26 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Göteborg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Gothenburg and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04934462 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of non-surgical physiotherapy and surgical arthroscopic treatment for hip microinstability in individuals over 18 years old. Participants will first undergo six months of physiotherapy aimed at stabilizing the hip joint. If this treatment is unsuccessful, they will proceed to a diagnostic hip arthroscopy, and if microinstability is confirmed, a plication of the hip joint capsule will be performed. The study will assess hip function and adverse events through Patient-Reported Outcome Scores and strength tests at multiple follow-up points.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals over 18 years old diagnosed with hip microinstability.
Not a fit: Patients with hip osteoarthritis, severe hip dysplasia, Perthes disease, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, or those who have previously undergone hip surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve hip function and quality of life for patients suffering from hip microinstability.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar non-surgical and surgical approaches for treating hip conditions, indicating potential for success in this study.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Hip microinstability * Minimum 18 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Hip osteoarthritis * Severe hip dysplasia * Perthes disease or avascular necrosis of the femoral head * Previous surgery to the hip joint
Where this trial is running
Gothenburg and 2 other locations
- GHP Ortho Center Göteborg — Gothenburg, Sweden (Not_yet_recruiting)
- University of Gothenburg — Gothenburg, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Capio Artro Clinic — Stockholm, Sweden (Not_yet_recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Axel Öhlin, MD, PhD
- Email: axel.ohlin@gmail.com
- Phone: 00460313430752
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.