Psychological Response and Readiness Associated With OCD of the Knee

Launched by BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL · Nov 25, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how having a condition called osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee affects the emotional well-being of young patients. OCD is a problem where the bone underneath the cartilage in the knee becomes damaged, which can lead to pain and difficulties with movement. The study wants to find out if patients feel stressed or depressed because of their diagnosis and treatment. It will also explore how their feelings change as they go through their treatment and whether they feel ready to return to sports.

To participate in this study, young people aged 11 to 19 who have been diagnosed with knee OCD through X-ray or MRI may be eligible. However, those who have had surgery for this condition before, have already been out of sports for more than six months due to non-surgical treatment, or are not fluent in English cannot participate. If a guardian is not comfortable with their child completing the survey, they can also be excluded. Participants can expect to share their experiences and feelings through surveys during their standard treatment, helping researchers understand the psychological challenges associated with this condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Between the ages 11-19
• • Diagnosis of knee OCD confirmed by X-ray or MRI
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Had previous surgical treatment for their knee OCD lesion
• • Received knee OCD non-operative treatment on the ipsilateral side for \>6 months and taken out of sports/physical activities
• • Guardian not comfortable with child completing survey
• • Is not fluent in English