Is ACL surgery safe and effective for active older adults?

NCT ID NCT07387939

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how well ACL reconstruction surgery works for people aged 50 and older. Researchers will compare knee function and recovery in 56 patients—half over 50 and half under 40—who had the surgery. The goal is to see if older adults can achieve similar benefits as younger patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio

    Milan, Milan, Italy