MENISCUS TEAR

This study compares two surgical repairs for a common type of knee meniscus tear (bucket-handle tear) in 120 adults aged 18-50. One group gets standard repair, the other gets repair plus a fibrin clot made from the patient's own blood to act as a healing scaffold. The goal is to …

This study tests a new surgical method for meniscal root tears, where the torn meniscus is stitched to the posterior cruciate ligament. The goal is to restore knee stability and prevent arthritis. About 59 adults aged 18-50 will be followed for 2 years with MRI and ultrasound to …

This study tests whether adding a special collagen implant (BEAR) during meniscus tear surgery leads to better healing and less pain than standard repair alone. About 80 adults with isolated meniscus tears will be randomly assigned to receive either the implant or usual care. Res…

This study tests a new medicine called AM3101 to see if it helps meniscus tears in the knee heal better after surgery. About 74 people aged 18 to 40 with a torn meniscus will get either AM3101 or a placebo injection during their repair surgery. The goal is to improve healing and …

This study tests a new type of MRI scanner that may show knee ligaments and tendons more clearly than standard MRI. Researchers will scan 20 adults who are already scheduled for ligament repair surgery to see if the new method can accurately detect ACL tears and other injuries. T…

This study tests whether progressive resistance exercises (like lifting weights) or aerobic exercises (like walking or cycling) better improve knee cartilage and function in people aged 35-55 with a degenerative meniscus tear. 45 participants will be randomly assigned to one of t…

This study looks at why Hispanic teenagers often wait longer for knee surgery after an injury, which can lead to long-term problems like arthritis. Researchers will interview athletes, families, and coaches to understand barriers such as insurance or language issues. Then they wi…