πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2026-08-19

Nanochon Chondrograft First in Human (FIH) Early Feasibility Study (EFS) - Canada (NCT07249489)

A First in Human (FIH) Early Feasibility Study (EFS) to Evaluate the Safety and Performance of the Nanochon Chondrograftβ„’ Implant for Re-surfacing of Cartilage Lesions

🟒 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic βš™οΈ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Nanochon, Inc.

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

The goal of this First in Human study is to learn if the Nanochon Chondrograft Implant is a safe primary surgical treatment for participants with cartilage lesions in the knee. This study will include males and females between the ages of 22 and 60.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of British Columbia β€” Vancouver, British Columbia

Age range: 22 Years to 60 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

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

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)

  • University of British Columbia β€” Vancouver, British Columbia
  • Orthopaedic Clinic β€” Toronto, Ontario

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (615) 483-7438

Email: Heather@Nanochon.com

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.

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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†—