Physical Activity, Knee Joint Loading and Joint Health

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF BATH · Mar 30, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how physical activity affects knee health after surgery for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. The researchers want to see if spending more time doing moderate to vigorous exercise can influence the health of cartilage, which is the tissue that helps cushion the joints. This study is open to people aged 18 to 39 who have had ACL reconstruction surgery within the last 1 to 7 years, and who have completed their rehabilitation and received clearance from a healthcare provider to participate in physical activities.

Participants in this study will be asked to attend the University of Bath and may undergo assessments related to their physical activity and knee health. It's important to note that some individuals may not be eligible, especially if they have had other significant knee injuries, certain health conditions, or if they are outside the specified age range. This trial aims to gather valuable information that could help improve recovery and joint health for those recovering from ACL injuries.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. 18-39 years old (i.e., ≥18 and \<40 years old)
• • 2. Had an anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction 1-7 years ago (i.e., ≥1 and ≤7 years ago)
• • 3. Can have sustained damage to meniscus or cartilage, or sustained bone bruising when injured anterior cruciate ligament
• • 4. Can participate regardless of the type of reconstruction surgery and if undergone meniscectomy
• • 5. Completed anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction rehabilitation and either a surgeon, doctor or physiotherapist has provided clearance to participate in physical activity
• • 6. Be able to attend the University of Bath within 2 hours of waking
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Had another significant knee injury either before, at the same time, or after the anterior cruciate ligament injury (e.g., if they injured another ligament in their knee or had a fracture or dislocation)
• • 2. Injured the anterior cruciate ligament in both knees (bilateral ACL injury)
• • 3. Have/are experiencing a musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, metabolic or neurological disease or disorder
• • 4. Under 18 or over 39 (i.e., ≥40) years of age
• • 5. Body Mass Index ≥40 kg/m²
• • 6. Pregnancy
• • 7. Positive responses to the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (aside from any involved knee joint issues)