Clinical trial for Osteoarthritis
Official title Post-op Prednisone and Glucose Monitoring in TKA
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07630896
What this study is testing
What is Prednisone?
This is an investigational oral medicine being studied to help manage pain and swelling after osteoarthritis surgery. It is designed to reduce inflammation in the body.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study wants to find out if taking prednisone pills for five days after surgery works better than the usual steroid given during surgery. It also checks how this affects blood sugar levels.
- Who it's for
- People who are having total knee or hip replacement surgery for arthritis.
- What's involved
- Participants will take prednisone pills for five days after surgery. They will also wear a device to continuously monitor their blood sugar levels.
- Time commitment
- The study involves monitoring for five days after surgery.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- MUST BE CONTACTED BY THE STUDY TEAM TO BE PART OF THE STUDY. No applications taken
- Undergoing Primary Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty or Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Age 18 and above
- Patient at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and be undergoing planned surgery by Dr. Roshan P. Shah
You likely can't join if
- Steroid therapy
- Narcotic use within past 3 months
- History of corticosteroid intolerance
- Pregnancy
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Doesn't own smart phone Drop Criteria: \- 2nd dose of IV dexamethasone
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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