New tape technique could make ACL surgery stronger
NCT ID NCT07418476
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding a special tape (TARS) during ACL reconstruction helps the knee heal stronger and more stable than standard surgery alone. Eighty people aged 18 to 44 with a torn ACL will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. Researchers will measure knee stability and function over 12 months to see if the tape makes a difference.
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Samsun University
RECRUITINGSamsun, Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye)
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Tape Active Reconstruction System (TARS) augmentation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could mean a stronger, more stable knee after ACL surgery, allowing patients to return to activity sooner with less risk of re-injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The added tape could also cause irritation or fail to improve outcomes.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.