Using treated umbilical cord tissue to treat hand osteoarthritis

Evaluation of the Treatment of Symptomatic Proximal InterPhalangeal (PIP) Joint Osteoarthritis With a Treated, Devitalized and Sterile Amniotic Membrane of Umbilical Cord Placed in Joint Interposition

Phase 2 Interventional TBF Genie Tissulaire · NCT06034262

This study is testing if a special treatment using umbilical cord tissue can help people with painful arthritis in their hand joints feel better and move easier after surgery.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment14 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorTBF Genie Tissulaire Industry-sponsored
Locations3 sites (Besançon and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06034262 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This open, prospective, multicenter trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a sterile, devitalized umbilical cord amniotic membrane implant for treating osteoarthritis in the proximal interphalangeal joints of the hand. Patients aged 18 to 75 with symptomatic PIP joint osteoarthritis who have not improved with medical treatment will receive the implant as a surgical intervention. The study will assess pain relief and functional improvement in participants following the procedure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 75 with symptomatic PIP joint osteoarthritis who have not responded to medical treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled epilepsy, neuropathy, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide significant pain relief and improved function for patients suffering from PIP joint osteoarthritis.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of amniotic membrane in joint treatments is emerging, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Male or female; age between 18 and 75 years.
* Patient with symptomatic PIPJ OA.
* Patient treated medically for functional signs for more than 3 months, without improvement, justifying a surgical intervention.
* Patient with a QuickDash score \> 33 points (converted to 50%).
* Patient with pain, at rest, in the PIPJ ≥ 4/10 on a VAS.
* Patient who received the study information and provided consent.
* Member or beneficiary of a national health insurance plan.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman; woman without effective contraception.
* Patient with signs of neuropathy with functional disorders such as hyperesthesia.
* Patient with uncontrolled epilepsy or neuropathy that contraindicates locoregional anesthesia.
* Person confined by a judicial or administrative decision.
* Adult subjected to legal protection measures or unable to provide his/her consent.

Where this trial is running

Besançon and 2 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 Osteoarthritis HandProximal InterPhalangeal JointOsteoArthritis
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.