Stefano Zaffagnini
Clinical trials sponsored by Stefano Zaffagnini, explained in plain language.
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Second-Time ACL repair: new technique shows promise for knee stability
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well a particular revision ACL surgery works over the long term. The technique uses a donor Achilles tendon and an extra stitch on the outside of the knee. Researchers will check knee function, stability, and arthritis development in 59 people who had this…
Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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ACL surgery under the microscope: 5-Year study tracks recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1000 patients who have ACL reconstruction surgery to see how their knees hold up over time. Researchers check knee stability and quality of life before surgery and at 6 months, 1, 2, and 5 years after. The goal is to better understand long-term recovery and fun…
Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Knee surgery study: does an extra stabilization step help ACL patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people having ACL knee surgery with an extra procedure called LET, which aims to improve knee stability. Researchers will measure how stable the knee is during early recovery using special devices. The goal is to help doctors and physical therapists create bet…
Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Knee repair study tracks success of All-Inside stitches
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 patients aged 12 to 65 who had knee meniscus tears repaired with all-inside sutures, either alone or with ligament reconstruction. Researchers want to see how often the repair fails or needs another surgery, and how satisfied patients are with their recover…
Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how ACL rehab rewires the mind to prevent Re-Injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 12 people who had ACL knee surgery to see if a special exercise program (neuromotor training) can change how their brain controls movement. Participants will get brain scans (fMRI) before and after the training. The goal is to understand if this training helps…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Knee injury surgery recovery under the microscope: new study aims to improve outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 43 people who had surgery for a specific type of knee ligament injury called a Stener-like MCL tear. The goal is to measure how well the knee heals and how soon patients can return to sports. Researchers will use standard tests like the Lysholm Knee Score and K…
Sponsor: Stefano Zaffagnini • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:25 UTC