Could your own fat cells help heal a torn ACL?

NCT ID NCT06798623

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tests whether a single injection of stem cells taken from your own knee fat pad can safely improve healing and knee function after ACL reconstruction surgery. Fifteen adults having ACL surgery will receive the injection during their procedure and be followed for side effects and knee function. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and may help recovery.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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