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48 Orthopedic Trials near Miami, FL

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The purpose of this research study is to evaluate effects of respiratory strengthening exercises on breathing function, in people who have orthopedic surgery. It is known that breathing function decreases for a few days after surgery. in In this study, we want to see if exercising before surgery strengthens the breathing muscles and improves recovery after surgery.
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Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

36 Participants Needed

The clinical trial is a prospective randomized control trial of a group of patients undergoing surgical management of common orthopedic pathologies including fractures of the upper extremity and shoulder arthroplasty; arthritis surgeries (ex. carpometacarpal arthroplasty), release of compressive neuropathies (ex. carpal tunnel surgery), tendon procedures (ex. tendon repair), patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty for osteoarthritis of the hip or total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis of the knee. Patients will be assigned randomly to one of two treatment arms: (1) single intraoperative dose of 10 mg intravenous dexamethasone (control group, IV dexamethasone is standard of care) or (2) single intraoperative dose of 10 mg intravenous dexamethasone followed with a 6-day oral methylprednisolone taper course (Active Group). The purpose of this study is to study the efficacy of a post-operative course of glucocorticoids (GCs like Methylprednisolone) on pain, nausea and range of motion after surgical management of common orthopedic upper extremity pathologies, including fractures of the upper extremity and shoulder arthroplasty and patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty for osteoarthritis of the hip or total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis of the knee.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Enrolling By Invitation
Trial Phase:Phase 4

500 Participants Needed

This trial tests if applying a special solution inside the noses of patients with severe leg, ankle, or foot fractures can reduce their risk of infections after surgery. These patients need quick operations and are at high risk for infections. The solution helps by killing bacteria that could cause these infections. This solution is widely used among surgeons for its effectiveness in reducing infections after surgery.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 4

2000 Participants Needed

The objective of this study is to investigate the differences in postoperative pain, physical health, and mental health outcomes between participants receiving evidence-based mindfulness training and those who do not. Over 200,000 injuries are estimated to occur among NCAA athletes annually. For many, these injuries can be season-ending, which can exacerbate physical, mental, and social well-being. Student-athletes face distinctive challenges compared to traditional students, such as balancing academic and athletic demands, pressures to perform well on and off the field, and the physical demands of competition, all of which can lead to worse mental and emotional outcomes if not properly managed. Injuries heighten stress levels among athletes, remove them from competition, and force students to integrate treatment regimens into already packed academic schedules.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 26

40 Participants Needed

The choice of autograft for ACL reconstruction continues to be debated. To date, there has only be one completed randomized controlled trial with quad tendon to BTB and the tendon included a bone plug. There has been no study to date comparing an all soft tissue quad tendon to patellar tendon in a randomized controlled trial for ACL reconstruction.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:14 - 65

100 Participants Needed

This study is a prospective randomized controlled trial comparing the clinical outcomes of bioabsorbable screws to conventional metal screws in pediatric patients (aged 0 to 18) undergoing surgical fixation for trauma or elective procedures. Conducted by the pediatric orthopedic department at Children's Hospital New Orleans, the study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of these screws in bone healing over key post-operative intervals (6 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year). It seeks to determine if bioabsorbable screws offer significant advantages over metal screws in terms of reducing the need for secondary surgeries, based on their hypothesized noninferiority in complication rates. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either bioabsorbable or metal (titanium or stainless steel) screws after obtaining informed consent from a parent or guardian.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:< 18

60 Participants Needed

Pain Management for Surgery

Durham, North Carolina
The primary aim of this study is to measure pain and psychosocial patient reported outcomes, objective functionality, and actual daily at home opioid usage in orthopedic patients. The study's goal following the data collection is to predict which patients are at high risk for chronic opioid use.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

10000 Participants Needed

The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if a home management plan incorporating video education can effectively replace in-person visits for children aged 7-17 diagnosed with distal radius buckle fractures. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is a home management plan with video education non-inferior to in-person management for patient satisfaction? Is a home management plan superior to in-person management for reducing healthcare-related time, missed work/school, inappropriate care (e.g., rigid casting), and healthcare resource consumption? Researchers will compare the home management group to the in-person management group to see if video education can reduce healthcare costs and the burden on patients without compromising care quality. Participants will: Be randomized to either the in-person group or the video-based home management group. Complete a pediatric PROMIS assessment at baseline and 6 weeks. Complete a satisfaction survey at the conclusion of the study.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Age:5 - 17

46 Participants Needed

Physical Therapy for Broken Humerus

Charlottesville, Virginia
Proximal humerus fractures can be a debilitating injury in the elderly, impacting the ability to function independently or complete activities of daily living due to pain and restricted shoulder motion. Evidence has shown that reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) is an effective option to improve pain and function for patients with acute displaced proximal humerus fractures. Given that patients undergoing rTSA for proximal humerus fractures typically experience worse functional outcomes, worse patient-reported outcomes, and higher rates of complication compared to those with elective indications for surgical intervention, it is critical to determine a secure path to recovery for these patients after surgery. Early rehabilitation has been proposed to be safe and effective for patients who undergo rTSA for elective indications; however, there is a paucity of research evaluating safety and effectiveness of timing of rehabilitation for rTSA patients in the trauma setting. Currently, there exists a great variability in postoperative rehabilitation protocols across orthopaedic practices. This study's objective is to determine the safety and effectiveness of early postoperative rehabilitation on the outcomes and postoperative complications of patients undergoing rTSA for proximal humerus fractures in order to provide more specific recommendations for this patient population.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:50 - 85

10 Participants Needed

The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate if there is a difference in pain after an arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery when a nerve block is performed with liposomal bupivacaine versus the standard treatment of bupivacaine alone. The main question aims to answer if patients who receive liposomal bupivacaine have better pain control and lower postoperative opioid consumption compared to bupivacaine alone. Participants be randomized to either the control group to receive a standard interscalene block with bupivacaine (25 cc of bupivacaine) or the experimental group to receive similar dosing of liposomal bupivacaine mixed with bupivacaine (10cc liposomal bupivacaine + 15cc bupivacaine). Data will be prospectively collected and the data from the experimental group will be compared to the control group at the completion of the study period.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Enrolling By Invitation
Trial Phase:Phase 4

160 Participants Needed

Patients undergoing semi-elective lower extremity major amputation from complications associated with atherosclerotic limb ischemia will received intra-muscular injections of allogeneic Mesenchymal Stromal Cells in the leg above and below the point of amputation to prevent ischemic wound complications after surgery and decrease the incidence of revision and further amputation. Cohort Groups 1-4 will serve as controls.
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Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1
Age:40 - 90

81 Participants Needed

This Hybrid 1 Study will test the effectiveness of a bundled intervention comprised of behavioral activation and medication optimization in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety in older adults undergoing Orthopedic surgery (compared with usual care), while examining implementation outcomes.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:60+

104 Participants Needed

Opioids are commonly used after orthopedic surgery for pain control but have been shown to increase complications, surgeries, readmissions, and risk for opioid use disorder. The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of adding a methylprednisolone taper to the pain regimen after ACL repair surgery to determine if this results in decreased postoperative pain and opioid use without increasing complications.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 4
Age:13 - 50

90 Participants Needed

The goal of this clinical trial is to find out whether using an artificial intelligence (AI) tool called a Large Language Model (LLM) can help patients think more clearly about their symptoms and improve their trust and experience during a visit to a musculoskeletal specialist. The study will answer two main questions: 1. Does an LLM-guided checklist that encourages patients to reflect on their beliefs about their symptoms improve their trust in the clinician (measured using the TRECS-7 scale)? 2. Does the checklist improve how patients feel about their consultation overall? Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: * One group will receive an LLM-guided checklist that helps them think more flexibly about their condition. * The other group will receive an LLM-generated likely diagnosis and brief explanation of their symptoms. In both groups, the information from the AI tool will be shared with both the patient and the clinician before the consultation. Patients in the debiasing (intervention) group will: * Complete a short set of questions with help from a researcher * Receive a simple summary from the AI that reflects their beliefs and gently challenges any unhelpful thinking * Attend their regular specialist appointment * Complete a short survey afterwards capturing their thoughts, experience and basic demographics Patients in the diagnosis-only (control) group will: * Describe their symptoms to the AI LLM * Receive a likely diagnosis and short explanation based on this description * Attend their regular specialist appointment * Complete a short survey afterwards capturing their thoughts, experience and basic demographics
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Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

150 Participants Needed

The goal of this clinical trial is to understand how people make decisions about imaging tests for common musculoskeletal problems (like arthritis, tendon problems, or nerve compression). The study involves adult patients attending a musculoskeletal specialty clinic. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does having a structured conversation about the pros and cons of a test affect how much a person wants to have that test? 2. Does that conversation help people feel more confident and less conflicted about their decision? Researchers will compare patients who have a values-based discussion with a researcher to those who receive brief written information about the test, to see if these approaches affect how people feel about having the test. Participants will: * Read a brief scenario about a proposed diagnostic imaging test (like an X-ray, MRI, CT, or ultrasound). * Either take part in a short structured conversation or read brief information about the test. * Answer a short survey about their thoughts on the test. This study does not involve actual medical testing or affect your clinical care. It is for research purposes only.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

220 Participants Needed

The overall objective of this clinical trial is to identify the impact of selected package features, known as the Opioid Package Prototype (OPP), on the safe and effective use of opioids. Our specific aims are: (Aim 1) to evaluate the effectiveness of OPP on prescribing, dispensing, and patient use of oxycodone among orthopaedic surgery patients receiving post-operative outpatient oxycodone for post-surgical pain management, and (Aim 2) to determine the feasibility of OPP for orthopaedic surgery prescribers, pharmacists, and orthopaedic surgery patients. Such data can be used to further optimize packaging and labeling design, help patients and caregivers utilize their medication and packaging correctly, and improve prescribing and dispensing habits. The central hypothesis is that the OPP will be more effective than the amber vial in efforts to reduce oxycodone prescribing among patients over 18 receiving short-term management of post orthopedic surgery pain.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

352 Participants Needed

Web-TIRELESS for Arm Pain

Boston, Massachusetts
The investigator aims to conduct a feasibility randomized controlled trial (RCT) (N=50) to test the feasibility, acceptability, and credibility of an asynchronous web-based mind-body intervention (Toolkit for Resilient Life beyond Pain and Substance Use; Web-TIRELESS) versus web-based minimally enhanced usual care (Web-MEUC) among adult patients with a painful non-traumatic upper-extremity condition(s) (PNUC) and commorbid risky substance use. Deliverables: \[1\] Adapt and refine open pilot protocol, patient recruitment, and other study materials. \[2\] Assess the feasibility, acceptability, and credibility of Web-TIRELESS and Web-MEUC in preparation for future research.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

50 Participants Needed

The investigator aims to conduct an open pilot study (N=12; 10 completers) to test the feasibility, acceptability, and credibility of an asynchronous web-based mind-body intervention (Toolkit for Resilient Life beyond Pain and Substance Use; Web-TIRELESS) for adult patients with a comorbidity of non-traumatic painful upper-extremity condition(s) (NPUC) and risky substance use. Deliverables: 1) Adapt and refine open pilot protocol, patient recruitment, and other study materials. 2) Assess the feasibility, acceptability, and credibility of Web- TIRELESS in preparation for a future feasibility RCT. Participants will complete 4 on-demand video sessions at their own pace (approximate pace of 1 session per week) and complete baseline and post-test assessments. participants may also partake in an exit interview to provide feedback on Web-TIRELESS to further refine the program and study protocol for future iterations.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

12 Participants Needed

Developing novel methods of patient communication is crucial in providing value-based care to orthopedic patients. Healthcare technology platforms have been developed to improve patient communication methods particularly for the administration of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). However, the majority of these interventions rely on web-based platforms that require patients to have computer access. Among American households earning less than $30,000 per year, only 59% have access to a desktop or laptop and just 47% have broadband internet at home compared to mobile phone penetration which is estimated at 95% of which 93% regularly use text messages. The use of phone messaging may be the most effective means to have patients complete PROMs. The Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) is an NIH-funded, clinically validated method of tracking patient-reported outcomes to efficiently assess patient health status. PROMIS utilizes Item Response Theory (IRT) and computerized adaptive testing (CAT) to improve measurement precision and decrease survey time as compared to traditional PROMs. The purpose of this two-phase study is to utilize Memora Health's text-messaging platform to collect web-based PROMIS CAT surveys from patients (Phase 1) and use this information to right-size clinic visits (Phase 2).
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

3000 Participants Needed

To assess the effectiveness of 16bit's Rho AI (artificial intelligence) software at identifying known cases of osteoporosis. 800 de-identified images from January 2007 to January 2024 will be accessed to test the software prospectively.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:50 - 90

800 Participants Needed

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Pancreatic Cancer PatientAge: 40

"I've tried several different SSRIs over the past 23 years with no luck. Some of these new treatments seem interesting... haven't tried anything like them before. I really hope that one could work."

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Depression PatientAge: 51

"I changed my diet in 2020 and I’ve lost 95 pounds from my highest weight (283). I am 5’3”, female, and now 188. I still have a 33 BMI. I've been doing research on alternative approaches to continue my progress, which brought me here to consider clinical trials."

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Obesity PatientAge: 58

"I've been struggling with ADHD and anxiety since I was 9 years old. I'm currently 30. I really don't like how numb the medications make me feel. And especially now, that I've lost my grandma and my aunt 8 days apart, my anxiety has been even worse. So I'm trying to find something new."

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ADHD PatientAge: 31

"My orthopedist recommended a half replacement of my right knee. I have had both hips replaced. Currently have arthritis in knee, shoulder, and thumb. I want to avoid surgery, and I'm open-minded about trying a trial before using surgery as a last resort."

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Arthritis PatientAge: 78

Bioimpedance for Injury

Lebanon, New Hampshire
Patients with high-energy extremity trauma will undergo imaging with an EIT device in the Emergency Department, Operating Room, Orthopaedic Clinic, and In-patient hospital rooms. The EIT device is an electrical impedance tomography system.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

30 Participants Needed

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if ketamine, given during surgery, can help improve recovery for adults with serious orthopedic trauma. The study will test whether ketamine reduces pain, lowers the need for opioids, and improves mental health outcomes like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The main questions it aims to answer are: Does ketamine reduce pain after surgery compared to standard anesthesia? Does ketamine reduce the amount of opioids patients need for pain control? Does ketamine improve symptoms of depression and PTSD after orthopedic trauma? Researchers will compare patients who receive ketamine during surgery with those who receive standard anesthesia without ketamine to see if ketamine helps improve both physical and psychological recovery. Participants will: Be randomly assigned to receive either a single dose of ketamine or standard anesthesia during surgery. Report their pain using a simple pain scale (Visual Analog Scale, VAS). Complete short surveys about mood and mental health (PHQ-9 for depression and PCL-5 for PTSD) at several time points after surgery. Allow the research team to review their electronic medical records to measure opioid prescriptions during recovery. Attend follow-up visits in clinic or by secure telehealth (e.g., Zoom) at 1-7 days, 2-3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months after surgery
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 4
Age:18 - 65

90 Participants Needed

Implementation of Fast-track surgery for total hip replacement and total knee replacement and evaluation of the risks and benefits for the patients.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

150 Participants Needed

The purpose of this study is to compare two biologic methods for the treatment of articular cartilage defects in the knee. The first method, microfracture, is the standard of care and is routinely used to recruit cells from the subchondral bone marrow to the site of cartilage loss. The second method is the application of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) to the defect site. In theory, ADSCs on a collagen scaffold should enable the delivery of more specific progenitor cells to the site of injury, resulting in better regeneration and integration of articular cartilage at the site of a defect as compared to the microfracture method.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 50

17 Participants Needed

The overall purpose of this study is to quantify the effect and retention of one-week training of falling techniques on landing biomechanics associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) loading compared to soft-landing techniques in young recreational athletes. The secondary purpose is to assess the safety of the training program. Aim 1: To quantify the effect of one-week training of falling techniques on landing biomechanics during forward, lateral, vertical, and diagonal landings compared to soft-landing techniques. We hypothesize that falling techniques will result in increased knee flexion angles and decreased landing forces, knee abduction and internal rotation angles, and knee moments for all landing directions compared to soft-landing techniques immediately after the training. Aim 2: To assess the retention effects of the falling techniques on landing biomechanics compared to soft landings. We hypothesize that the effects of falling techniques on ACL loading variables will be more highly retained compared to soft-landing techniques two weeks after the training. Aim 3: To identify the safety of the training program. We hypothesize that participants can complete the training without suffering minor, moderate, or major injuries, while occasional minor bruises might be observed.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:14 - 30

60 Participants Needed

The purpose of this study is to determine patient satisfaction with orthopedic preoperative encounter based on offer to record the encounter on patient personal smartphone.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

972 Participants Needed

This is an multi-center study with the aim of evaluating the efficacy of adipose tissue processed with the SyntrFuge™ system in Orthopedic Surgery, specifically Knee Osteoarthritis. Patients will be enrolled to the treatment group with adipose tissue processed with the SyntrFuge™ system followed by an injection of autologous microsized adipose tissue in the treatment sites or Standard of Care.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

176 Participants Needed

This trial tests if VR can reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 7-21 during medical procedures by distracting them with a virtual world. The study compares the effectiveness of using VR versus not using VR. Virtual reality (VR) has been shown to decrease pain and anxiety in children undergoing various medical procedures.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:7 - 21

700 Participants Needed

Pediatric diaphyseal femur fractures that occur in children aged 6 months to 5 years old are traditionally treated with hip spica casting. However, recent studies suggest that functional bracing may offer clinical and financial benefits, yet there's a lack of prospective trials comparing these two treatment methods. This single-center randomized-control trial aims to assess subjective and objective clinical outcomes as well as financial aspects of functional bracing versus spica casting. Functional bracing, proposed as a potentially superior alternative, may address caregiver challenges and reduce costs by avoiding operating room time and hospital admissions. The study will evaluate fracture reduction, time to union, functional outcomes, and caregiver satisfaction. Additionally, a comprehensive cost-effectiveness analysis will be conducted. Ultimately, this research aims to inform clinical decision-making regarding the optimal management of pediatric femur fractures, considering both clinical effectiveness and economic implications.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:6 - 5

70 Participants Needed

Management of severe injuries to the heel (displaced intra-articular calcaneus fractures) continues to be a major challenge for orthopedic surgeons. Previous studies have demonstrated poor outcomes, and results show that patients experience long-term pain and decreased quality of life postoperatively. Poor outcomes are driven by pain, in particular, which is linked to post-traumatic subtalar arthritis.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

218 Participants Needed

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