Observational study on outcomes after hip and knee replacements

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The ARC Study is a national observational cohort study aimed at investigating patient-reported and clinical outcomes following hip and knee replacements. It evaluates outcomes, identifies risk factors for adverse outcomes, and seeks to establish targets for future research and interventions. Participants are recruited online and through outpatient clinics, providing a resource for identifying potential participants for future clinical trials. The study collects data that can serve as comparison or control data for randomized trial participants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Participants must meet all of the inclusion criteria:

1. UK Resident
2. Able to read and understand documentation and questionnaires in English language
3. Undergoing elective primary hip or knee arthroplasty (THR, TKR or UKR)
4. Age 18 years or over
5. Provides the necessary consents relating to data collection and use of study data, data linkage, future research and invitation to involvement in future trials

Exclusion Criteria:

Provided a participant meets all of the inclusion criteria, there are no exclusion criteria for the cohort study.

Where it's running

• Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  Ashington, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: William Fishley
• Email: arcstudy@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk
• Phone: 01912934087

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.