American Joint Replacement Registry Observational Study for Total Joint Arthroplasty in the US

What this Trial Is About

The American Joint Replacement Registry AJRR is a not-for-profit organization focused on collecting data and improving quality for total hip and knee replacement surgeries across the United States. This observational study collects information to support quality improvement efforts involving hospitals, surgeons, insurers, and device manufacturers. The registry is supported by several professional societies including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Participants are individuals undergoing total joint arthroplasty. Data is collected observationally without specific treatment assignments or interventions. The registry gathers information from various sources to monitor outcomes and quality measures related to joint replacement surgeries. Participants health-related quality of life will be assessed at 12 months, along with specific measures like the Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score - Joint Replacement HOOS, JR. The study collects ongoing data to support improvements in joint replacement care while allowing participants to continue with their usual medical care. Participation duration varies depending on individual surgery and follow-up schedules.

American Joint Replacement Registry