Effect of ACL Reconstruction in Biomechanical Properties of Ankle Joint Complex

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Oct 6, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how different methods of reconstructing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee affect the stability of the ankle joint. Specifically, it compares the use of a tendon from the peroneus longus (a muscle in the leg) to a common alternative graft. The researchers are interested in understanding how these procedures might impact balance and stability in the ankle, especially since the ankle is crucial for maintaining good posture and movement.

To participate in this trial, individuals should be between 15 and 45 years old and have a specific type of ACL tear without other major knee injuries. Participants need to have healthy ankles and no prior ankle injuries or surgeries. If eligible, participants can expect to undergo ACL reconstruction using one of the two graft methods and will be monitored for their ankle stability and balance throughout the study. This research is important as it aims to improve outcomes for patients recovering from ACL injuries while ensuring their ankle function remains strong.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age ranging between 15- 45 years
• • Having unilateral isolated ACL tear with no concomitant tear of other ligaments of the knee
• • Having no evidence of meniscal repair
• • Having bilateral healthy ankle before surgery.
• • Exclusion Criteria
• • Pre-existing ankle injury or ankle instability
• • Associated ligament injury, chondral damage, meniscal injury, fracture around the knee, and presence of pathologic condition in the lower extremity or an abnormal contralateral knee joint.
• • Visible mal-alignments in the lower extremities.
• • Previous surgery to the affected knee.