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NCT07226973 Gait After THA: Direct Anterior vs Manual Posterior vs Robotic Posterior

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NCT ID NCT07226973
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Ochsner Health System
Condition Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Hip
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 48 participants
Start Date 2025-10-09
Primary Completion 2027-11-15

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Total hip arthroplasty via direct anterior approach (manual, non-robotic)Total hip arthroplasty via posterior approach (manual, non-robotic)Robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty via posterior approach

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2025-10-09 with a primary completion date of 2027-11-15.

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Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the gait biomechanics following THA on 3 groups of subjects undergoing DAA (manual) and PA (manual and robotic) surgical approaches.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged \>18 undergoing primary elective THA for osteoarthritis * BMI \<35 * Ability to walk unassisted (cane, walker, wheelchair, ect) for \> 150 feet preoperatively Exclusion Criteria: * Previous hip surgery on the affected side * Neurological disorders affecting gait * Contraindication to either DAA or PA

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

George Chimento, MD

✉ gchimento@ochsner.org

📞 504-736-4800

Principal Investigator

George Chimento, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Ochsner Health System

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07226973 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Hip. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07226973 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07226973 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at gchimento@ochsner.org for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07226973 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Metairie, United States, New Orleans, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07226973 clinical trial?

NCT07226973 is sponsored by Ochsner Health System. The principal investigator is George Chimento, MD at Ochsner Health System. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.

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