New scaffold could help heal torn ACLs without full reconstruction
NCT ID NCT02292004
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new device called the MIACH scaffold, which is placed inside a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) to help it heal. Twenty people with complete ACL tears will take part: half will get the scaffold plus standard repair, and half will get standard ACL reconstruction. The main goal is to check if the scaffold is safe and well-tolerated.
What this could mean
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Active substance
MIACH scaffold (BEAR Implant)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to repair a torn ACL instead of replacing it, potentially leading to better long-term knee function.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early safety study with only 20 participants. The new device may not heal the ligament as well as standard surgery, and there are risks like infection or rejection.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States