πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2025-03-11

Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Corticosteroids in Hip Osteoarthritis Pain (NCT06793982)

The Efficacy of Platelet Rich Plasma Compared With Corticosteroid Injections for the Treatment of Pain Associated With Hip Osteoarthritis

🟒 Recruiting Phase4 πŸ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: LifeBridge Health

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

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.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore β€” Baltimore, Maryland

Age range: 21 Years to 80 Years

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Sinai Hospital of Baltimore β€” Baltimore, Maryland

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (410) 601-9467

Email: mgesheff@lifebridgehealth.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—