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New treatment option for Knee Injuries
Official title Stopping OsteoARthritis After an ACL Tear
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06195423
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- By 2040, 25% of Canadians will have osteoarthritis, a disabling joint condition. Most people think osteoarthritis only affects older adults, but 50% of the 700,000 Canadian youth who hurt their knee playing sports annually will develop osteoarthritis by 40 years of age.
- 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
- Currently live in British Columbia, Canada
- 16-35 years of age (inclusive)
- 9-36-months past a first-time ACLR performed ≤12-months of first-time ACL tear
- Currently not receiving knee care from a health or fitness provider and have no scheduled surgical procedures (any part of the body) that would...
- Score below a KOOS4 PASS (\<79 points)
You likely can't join if
- Inability to communicate in English
- No medical attention (healthcare provider) time-loss (missed physical activity, sport or work ≥2 occasions) injury to the ACLR knee before the ACL...
- Previous physician diagnosis of index knee osteoarthritis
- Inflammatory arthritis or other systemic condition
- Lower limb injury, surgery, or intra-articular injection in the past 6-months
- Current pregnancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Currently live in British Columbia, Canada
- 16-35 years of age (inclusive)
- 9-36-months past a first-time ACLR performed ≤12-months of first-time ACL tear
- Currently not receiving knee care from a health or fitness provider and have no scheduled surgical procedures (any part of the body) that would interfere with exercise during the study.
- Score below a KOOS4 PASS (\<79 points)
- Have daily access to an email address and a computer with internet
- Are willing to wear an activity tracker during the study
- Inability to communicate in English
- No medical attention (healthcare provider) time-loss (missed physical activity, sport or work ≥2 occasions) injury to the ACLR knee before the ACL tear
- Previous physician diagnosis of index knee osteoarthritis
- Inflammatory arthritis or other systemic condition
- Lower limb injury, surgery, or intra-articular injection in the past 6-months
- Current pregnancy
- MRI contraindications (i.e., Weight over 400 lbs (MRI machine limit); Pacemaker or any other implanted medical device (i.e., wires, defibrillator, artificial heart valve, an electronic device like a drug infusion pump...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
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 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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