Knee injury study reveals hidden stress in young athletes

NCT ID NCT04649905

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how a knee condition called osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) affects the mental health of young athletes aged 11 to 19. Researchers will measure stress and depression levels in 120 patients as they go through standard treatment, either surgery or non-surgical care. The goal is to see if the diagnosis and treatment cause psychological distress and whether that affects their readiness to return to sports.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors better understand the emotional impact of knee OCD on young athletes and improve support during recovery.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It measures stress levels but does not test any new therapy, so it won't directly change outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteochondritis dissecans Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OSTEOCHONDRITIS DISSECANS KNEE PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital

Frisco, Texas, 75034, United States

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