ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURIES

This study aimed to find the best source of tissue for repairing a torn knee ligament (ACL). It compared three types of grafts taken from the patient's own knee: from the kneecap tendon, hamstring tendon, or quadriceps tendon. Researchers followed 439 active adults for two years …

This study is testing if a special radar system can identify people at high risk for serious knee injuries, like ACL tears. Researchers are comparing movement data from people who have had ACL surgery to healthy people to see if the radar can accurately tell them apart. The goal …

This study is testing a special rehabilitation program for people who have had surgery to repair a torn knee ligament (ACL). Researchers want to see if this training not only strengthens the knee but also changes how the brain controls the leg muscles. They are enrolling 50 patie…

This study is testing whether the way patients are taught about their upcoming ACL knee surgery affects how satisfied they are, how anxious they feel, and how well they recover. About 105 patients at Mayo Clinic Arizona are being randomly assigned to receive different types of ed…

This study aims to understand why young athletes tear their ACL, a major knee ligament. Researchers are asking 200 athletes who have already suffered this injury to complete a detailed new questionnaire about their sports activities, training, and the moment of injury. The goal i…

This study aims to understand if a full season of basketball causes subtle changes to the important knee ligament (ACL) in female college athletes. Researchers will follow 60 elite players, using special imaging and jump tests before and after the season to measure ligament stiff…

This study is testing a new version of a standard balance test for people recovering from ACL knee surgery. Researchers want to see if adding a mental challenge (like reacting to flashing lights) provides better information about how well each leg is recovering. The goal is to us…