Total Knee Replacement for Osteoarthritis
Trial Summary
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. Please consult with the study team for guidance.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment JOURNEY™ II CR Total Knee System for osteoarthritis?
Is the JOURNEY II CR Total Knee System safe for humans?
The JOURNEY II Bi-Cruciate Stabilized Total Knee System has been used in over 100,000 knee replacements worldwide, and studies have assessed its short-term safety in clinical practice. It was designed to address issues like inflammation and dislocation seen in earlier models, suggesting improvements in safety.12467
How is the JOURNEY II CR Total Knee System treatment different from other treatments for osteoarthritis?
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the JOURNEY™ II CR Total Knee System in subjects with degenerative joint disease (DJD) requiring primary total knee replacement.
Research Team
Lucy O'Mara
Principal Investigator
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for men and women aged 22-75 with knee osteoarthritis needing a total knee replacement. Participants must be in good health, able to walk, read and understand consent forms, complete surveys, and commit to 10 years of follow-up. Exclusions include immune disorders, cancer, severe bone conditions like osteoporosis or Paget's disease, allergies to device materials, certain systemic diseases (like uncontrolled diabetes), BMI over 40, current pregnancy or litigation.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo total knee arthroplasty using the JOURNEY™ II CR Total Knee System
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- JOURNEY™ II CR Total Knee System
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Maria Berkman
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Chief Medical Officer since 2023
MD from Harvard Medical School
Dr. Deepak Nath
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Chief Executive Officer since 2022
PhD in Theoretical Mechanics, University of California, Berkeley