Recruiting NA ACL

New treatment option for ACL

Official title Michigan Split-belt Treadmill Training Program to Improve Long-Term Knee Biomechanics After ACL Reconstruction

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06529692

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The goal of this study is to gather pilot data to help inform a future clinical trial. As such, the investigators will employ a randomized clinical trial design, but data will only be collected on 9 total subjects.
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, 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 14 to 45

You may be able to join if

  • aged 14-45 years
  • suffered an acute, complete ACL rupture as confirmed by MRI and physical exam
  • have undergone ACL reconstruction w autograft within the past 10 months
  • willingness to participate in testing and follow-up as outlined in the protocol
  • English-speaking

You likely can't join if

  • inability to provide written informed consent
  • female people who are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant (self-reported)
  • previous ACL injury
  • previous surgery to either knee
  • bony fracture accompanying ACL injury
  • patients who experienced a knee dislocation
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • aged 14-45 years
  • suffered an acute, complete ACL rupture as confirmed by MRI and physical exam
  • have undergone ACL reconstruction w autograft within the past 10 months
  • willingness to participate in testing and follow-up as outlined in the protocol
  • English-speaking
What rules you out
  • inability to provide written informed consent
  • female people who are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant (self-reported)
  • previous ACL injury
  • previous surgery to either knee
  • bony fracture accompanying ACL injury
  • patients who experienced a knee dislocation
  • patients who had their ACL reconstructed with an allograft
  • patients who underwent a multi-ligamentous and/or staged ACL reconstruction

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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, 14 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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.