New treatment option for Femoroacetabular Impingement
Official title Biomechanical Investigation of Symptomatic FAI and Two Groups of Asymptomatic Controls
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06272292
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is an orthopaedic condition that is primarily characterized by the presence of anatomic bony abnormalities in the femoral head and/or the acetabulum resulting in an abnormal contact between the two during hip motion, especially in positions of increased hip flexion and rotation, ultimately leading to hip pain. Unfortunately, a FAI diagnosis is frequently only made once symptoms have become severe to an extent that they limit everyday life activities.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 35, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You likely can't join if
- \- Participants in all three study groups will be excluded if x-ray scans shows a pincer FAI morphology or radiological sign of osteoarthritis...
- All participants will be males aged between 21 and 35 years old.
- For symptomatic CAM-FAI patients
- The presence of CAM-FAI morphology at the head-neck junction of the femur
- Alpha angle \>60
- Reduced hip internal rotation (IR\<15)
See the full eligibility criteria
- \- Participants in all three study groups will be excluded if x-ray scans shows a pincer FAI morphology or radiological sign of osteoarthritis. Inclusion Criteria:
- All participants will be males aged between 21 and 35 years old.
- For symptomatic CAM-FAI patients
- The presence of CAM-FAI morphology at the head-neck junction of the femur
- Alpha angle \>60
- Reduced hip internal rotation (IR\<15)
- For asymptomatic CAM controls: 1\. Exhibit asymptomatic CAM on x-ray scansAlpha angle \>60
- For Healthy control group:
- Exhibit no symptoms or abnormal morphologies of the proximal femur (Alpha angle \>60 , IR\>15).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium
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.
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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 male, 21 years to 35 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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