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Official title Assessment of Gait Adaptation Due to an Asymmetric Walking Protocol
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05968729
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this work is to conduct a comparative research-focused study to evaluate the effectiveness of how purposefully induced asymmetric walking protocols restore healthy, symmetric limb loading in individuals following post-anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery. Additionally, computational modeling and machine learning to model knee loading in the clinic to determine the optimal asymmetric walking protocol to restore healthy gait in post-ACLR individuals.
- 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 18 to 30
You may be able to join if
- Able to read and speak English
- Age 18 - 30 years old
- Undergone ACLR surgery at the UConn Musculoskeletal Institute
- Must not have any concomitant surgeries or injuries
- Must be cleared to return-to-sport by a physician after they have completed rehabilitation
You likely can't join if
- Participants who have any recent inflammation, bleeding disorders, active bleeding, or infection within the lower limbs.
- History of injuries to their patellar tendon
- Cannot walk for extended periods of time
- Cannot have had any back and/or lower extremity injury that affects their ability to move.
- Cannot have difficulty or pain with walking, raising your arms, jogging, or jumping
- Must not be allergic to tape.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Able to read and speak English
- Age 18 - 30 years old
- Undergone ACLR surgery at the UConn Musculoskeletal Institute
- Must not have any concomitant surgeries or injuries
- Must be cleared to return-to-sport by a physician after they have completed rehabilitation
- Must be within 1 month of having been cleared for return-to-sport
- Must present with between-limb gait differences in load rate greater than 10%
- Participants who have any recent inflammation, bleeding disorders, active bleeding, or infection within the lower limbs.
- History of injuries to their patellar tendon
- Cannot walk for extended periods of time
- Cannot have had any back and/or lower extremity injury that affects their ability to move.
- Cannot have difficulty or pain with walking, raising your arms, jogging, or jumping
- Must not be allergic to tape.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Storrs, Connecticut, 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, 18 years to 30 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Storrs, Connecticut, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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