Rochester, MNNCT05992883Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Thumb Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial in Rochester, MN

Access cutting-edge thumb osteoarthritis treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Rochester. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Mayo Clinic

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Rochester

    Convenient for MN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Rochester site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Thumb Osteoarthritis Study in Rochester

The Researchers are trying to compare two different types of intraarticular injections (injection in the joint) for treating the symptoms of moderate to advanced basilar thumb arthritis. One injection is ketorolac (an NSAID) and the other is triamcinolone (a corticosteroid).

Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adults \>40 years of age
Pain at the thumb base brought on by direct pressure (grind test) and with movement
Pain resistant to previous conservative management (including over the counter medications (ibuprofen/acetaminophen), icing, splinting/braces, or topical analgesics)
Radiological observation indicative of arthritis based on the Eaton-Littler classification system (stages 1 through 4)
Patient understands the protocol and signed the informed consent
Patient is covered by health insurance

Exclusion Criteria

• Known allergy to either of the treatment products
Patient's analgesic treatment regimen or other modalities of managing symptoms/pain associated with their hand pathology was modified within four weeks before trial inclusion
Symptomatic Scaphoid-trapezial arthritis present
Localized or systemic infection
Previous thumb surgery on study thumb
Previous thumb injury on study thumb
Patient with inflammatory arthritis (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis)
Severe and/or uncontrolled hypertension
De Quervain tendinopathy present
History of injection to the trapeziometacarpal joint on study thumb within the previous 6 weeks
Uncontrolled diabetes
Pregnant or lactating females. Female participants of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test before the injection. Women without childbearing potential (ie., surgically sterile with hysterectomy and/or bilateral oophorectomy and/or bilateral salpingectomy OR ≥ 12 months of amenorrhea and at least 50 years of age) are eligible to participate without completing a pregnancy test.
Immunodeficient patients
Patients that are currently using nicotine products, or who have quit in the last 12 months
Patients under guardianship, curatorship, or are otherwise not self-sufficient
Patients participating in another clinical research trial which interferes with this study protocol or outcomes
Patients unable to follow the protocol in the investigators' judgement.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Rochester?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05992883) has an active research site in Rochester, MN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Thumb Osteoarthritis Treatment Options in Rochester, MN

If you're searching for thumb osteoarthritis treatment options in Rochester, MN, this clinical trial (NCT05992883) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Rochester research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced thumb osteoarthritis specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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