Measuring ligament tension during knee replacement surgery
Ligament Tension Measurement in Knee Arthroplasty
This study is testing a new device to measure pressure in knee joints during surgery to see how ligament tension affects recovery and function after knee replacement.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 110 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu) |
| Trial ID | NCT05583630 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to develop a novel device for detecting pressure in knee joints during arthroplasty. It will analyze individual differences in knee ligament tension and identify factors that influence this tension. Additionally, the study will investigate the relationship between ligament tension and postoperative knee function, providing insights into optimizing surgical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for primary knee arthroplasty.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of surgery on the same knee will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical techniques and better postoperative recovery for patients undergoing knee arthroplasty.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored knee function and tension, this specific approach using a new detection device is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients receiving primary knee arthroplasty Exclusion Criteria: * Patients having had a surgery history of the ipsilateral knee
Where this trial is running
Nanjing, Jiangsu
- Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital — Nanjing, Jiangsu, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zhihong Xu, Doctor — The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School
- Study coordinator: Zhihong Xu, Doctor
- Email: xuzhihongjoint@hotmail.com
- Phone: 13912988032
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.