Effect of Physical Therapy and/or Platelet Rich Plasma Injection in People With Knee Cruciate Ligament Injuries

Launched by TAIPEI HOSPITAL, MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND WELFARE · Jan 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of physical therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections on people with injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) in the knee. These ligaments are important for keeping your knee stable and functioning properly. Researchers want to see how these treatments can help improve pain and mobility in patients who have had partial tears in these ligaments, without them having had any previous surgery for their injuries.

To participate in the trial, you need to be between 18 and 80 years old and have an MRI that shows a partial tear of the ACL or PCL. You should not have had any knee surgeries before this injury, and you must be able to participate in physical activities. If you join, you'll receive treatment based on what you and your doctor decide together. You'll also undergo some tests to assess your knee's strength and movement, both at the beginning and again two months later, to see how well the treatments are working. This study is currently looking to recruit participants, so it’s a great opportunity to potentially benefit from new therapies while contributing to important research.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Age between 18 to 80 years old.
• • 2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) shows partial tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), possibly combined with injuries to the medial collateral ligament (MCL) or meniscus.
• • 3. No surgical treatment has been undergone.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Had knee joint diseases or undergone knee joint surgery before the injury.
• • 2. Surgical intervention is required for severe damage to knee joint ligaments, meniscus, or articular tissues, such as complete rupture of lateral ligaments or full-thickness cartilage injuries.
• • 3. Suffers from diseases affecting physical activity function, such as stroke or nerve damage.