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Recruiting Phase 4 NCT06793982

NCT06793982 Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Corticosteroids in Hip Osteoarthritis Pain

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NCT ID NCT06793982
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 4
Sponsor LifeBridge Health
Condition Hip Osteoarthritis
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 54 participants
Start Date 2024-02-21
Primary Completion 2025-12-01

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 21 Years
Max Age 80 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Platelet Rich Plasma Joint InjectionCorticosteroid Injection

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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.

Phase 4 studies follow an already-approved treatment in real-world conditions to monitor long-term safety and effectiveness.

This trial targets 54 participants in total. It began in 2024-02-21 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-01.

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Brief Summary

Prospective, single-center that may go on to being multicenter, randomized trial comparing platelet rich plasma (PRP) versus corticosteroid injection for the treatment of symptoms of Hip osteoarthritis. The purpose of the study is to determine which therapy provides a greater reduction in patient reported outcome measures of pain and function.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study * Male or female, aged 21-80 years * Radiographic diagnosis of Kellgren-Lawrence (KL) grade of II or III Hip osteoarthritis * Indicated for a Hip injection to treat Hip OA symptoms Exclusion Criteria: * Any injections into the target Hip within three months * Current overlying skin infection * Current or previous diagnosis of "chronic pain" * Opioid tolerant at time of screening (for a week or longer, at least 60 mg of morphine daily, or at least 30 mg of oral oxycodone daily, or at least 8 mg of oral hydromorphone daily or an equianalgesic dose of another opioid.) * Allergy to any potential ingredients or medications utilized in any of the two groups * Treatment with another investigational drug or other intervention for pain * Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus * If female, pregnant or planning to be pregnant within the following 3 months or study duration * Any condition(s) or diagnosis, both physical or psychological, or physical exam finding in the opinion of the investigator that would precludes participation

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Martin Gesheff, DHSc

✉ mgesheff@lifebridgehealth.org

📞 410-601-9467

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06793982 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 21 Years or older, up to 80 Years, studying Hip Osteoarthritis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06793982 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 4 studies are conducted after a treatment has been approved. They monitor long-term safety and real-world effectiveness in a broader patient population.

Is NCT06793982 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06793982 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mgesheff@lifebridgehealth.org for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06793982 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Baltimore, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06793982 clinical trial?

NCT06793982 is sponsored by LifeBridge Health. The trial plans to enroll 54 participants.

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