Stefano Zaffagnini

This study compares outcomes of a specific ACL reconstruction technique, called over-the-top with lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET), in patients over 50 years old versus those under 30. The technique uses the patient's own hamstring tendons and adds an extra procedure to st…

This 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…

This study looks at 150 people needing a second ACL reconstruction after the first graft failed. Researchers will compare outcomes between using a graft from the patient's own body (autograft) versus a donor graft (allograft). The goal is to see which option leads to fewer failur…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…