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New treatment option for Osteoarthritis, Knee
Official title Vibration and Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis Risk Following ACL Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04875052
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of vibration on factors related to the risks of post-traumatic knee osteoarthritis and secondary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in individuals who have undergone anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery (ACLR). The main objectives are to compare the effects of Standard rehabilitation vs.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 16 to 35
You may be able to join if
- Age 16 to 35 years
- Unilateral, primary ACLR with bone-patellar tendon-bone autograft
You likely can't join if
- History of prior ACL injury or revision ACLR
- History of prior knee surgery
- Requirement of multiple ligament surgery at time of ACLR
- Concomitant injuries or surgical procedures at the time of ACLR that would delay early post-operative weight bearing based on surgeon recommendations...
- Removal of more than 1/3 of the medial or lateral meniscus at the time of ACLR
- Articular cartilage damage greater than 3A on the International Cartilage Repair Society Criteria at the time of ACLR
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 16 to 35 years
- Unilateral, primary ACLR with bone-patellar tendon-bone autograft
- History of prior ACL injury or revision ACLR
- History of prior knee surgery
- Requirement of multiple ligament surgery at time of ACLR
- Concomitant injuries or surgical procedures at the time of ACLR that would delay early post-operative weight bearing based on surgeon recommendations (e.g. lower extremity fracture, intra-articular fracture...
- Removal of more than 1/3 of the medial or lateral meniscus at the time of ACLR
- Articular cartilage damage greater than 3A on the International Cartilage Repair Society Criteria at the time of ACLR
- History of musculoskeletal injury to either leg in the 3 months prior to participation other than primary ACL injury
- Prior diagnosis of radiographic OA in any joint of the lower extremity
- History of neurological disorder (e.g. stroke, multiple sclerosis, etc.)
- Contraindications for MRI (e.g. extreme claustrophobia, cardiac pacemaker, cochlear implant, metal foreign bodies, aneurism clip, etc.)
- Pregnant or planning to become pregnant
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 16 years to 35 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.