Prosthesis vs Trapezectomy for Rhizarthrosis Surgery
Rhizarthrosis Surgery and Functional Recovery: Arthroplasty vs. Trapezectomy
Recruiting
Observational Study
Rhizarthrosis
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 45 – 85
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 50 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Clinique Bizet · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for patients with rhizarthrosis, which is arthritis in the thumb joint, who have not found relief from other treatments. Participants will undergo surgery and have their results compared between two types of surgical procedures.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am over 45 years old.
- I have been diagnosed with trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis.
- I have not found relief from medical treatments, including using a night brace and having two injections a year.
- I can understand and answer survey questions on my own.
- I live in France.
- I am part of a social security system.
You may not be able to join if
- I am a minor.
- My trapezium bone height is less than 8 mm.
- I am under legal protection or guardianship.
- I have an allergy to the materials used in the surgery.
- I have a local infection.
- I have skin necrosis or a wound that hasn't healed.
- I am pregnant or nursing.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Rhizarthrosis is a form of osteoarthritis that affects the trapeziometacarpal joint at the base of the thumb, which is more common in women over 50. Genetic and hormonal factors as well as the frequency of certain physical movements may contribute to its appearance. Surgical treatment is recommended if medical treatment fails, and trapezectomy is currently considered the standard method, although …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Age \>45 years
2. Symptomatic trapezius-metacarpal osteoarthritis after failure of medical treatment ( night orthosis 3 months + failure of 2 infiltrations/year)
3. Patient who has given his/her consent to participate in the study after being informed by the surgeon,
4. Patie…
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