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Mindfulness may ease pain and fear after ACL surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether an 8-week mindfulness program, done remotely via an app, can improve recovery for people after ACL knee surgery. About 47 participants will be randomly assigned to mindfulness or standard care. The goal is to see if mindfulness reduces anxiety, depress…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:38 UTC
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Shock therapy for knees: tiny zaps may speed ACL recovery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether adding a mild electrical stimulation device (NMES) to standard physical therapy helps people regain muscle strength more quickly after ACL knee surgery. Researchers will compare muscle size and function between the operated and non-operated legs in 25 par…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:35 UTC
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Could a simple pill after ACL surgery cut pain and get athletes back faster?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study was designed to see if taking oral tranexamic acid (TXA) for 10 days after ACL reconstruction reduces pain and improves recovery in teens and young adults aged 14 to 22. Participants would have received either TXA or a placebo daily from day 1 to 10 after surgery, alon…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Campbell Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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ACL surgery study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two types of ACL surgery—one with an extra internal brace and one without—to see which led to better knee function and less pain. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available. It was planned for pe…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Knee surgery for the active 50+ crowd: a new study checks if age matters
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how well ACL reconstruction surgery works for people aged 50 and older, compared to those under 40. Researchers will measure knee function, stability, and return to sports at least two years after surgery. The goal is to see if older adults can benefit from su…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Sponsor: I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:37 UTC
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Learning style may boost surgery satisfaction, study hints
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether the type of education patients receive before ACL reconstruction surgery affects their satisfaction, anxiety, and recovery. About 105 adults with a first-time ACL tear will be randomly assigned to different education methods. The goal is to see if bett…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Knee brace study canceled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to see how a special knee brace (Össur Rebound) changes knee movement in people with ACL injuries. Researchers would use X-ray videos to compare braced and unbraced knees during walking and sports. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants joined…
Matched conditions: ACL INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Steadman Philippon Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:42 UTC