Utilization of a 3D Printed Customized Knee Extender and At-Home Rehabilitation Program on Patient Outcomes Following ACL Surgery

Launched by SANFORD HEALTH · Jul 23, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how a special knee device, made using 3D printing technology, can help patients recover after surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The study also includes an at-home rehabilitation program to support healing. Researchers want to see if using this customized knee extender, along with the rehabilitation exercises, leads to better recovery outcomes for patients.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to have a confirmed ACL tear that requires surgery. They should also be willing to follow the study guidelines and be able to give consent or have a parent assist with consent if they are younger. Unfortunately, pregnant individuals and those who do not speak English cannot participate. If you join the study, you can expect to use the 3D printed knee extender and participate in the home rehabilitation program to help improve your knee's strength and function after surgery.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Diagnosed with a primary ACL rupture. Secondary knee pathology such as, but not limited to bone edema, strains, and meniscal pathology are acceptable as long as the primary injury and indication for surgery is the ACL rupture.
• • Able and willing to adhere to the study procedures
• • Able to consent for self-, or able to assent for self with parental consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Pregnancy
• • Non-English speaking