Benefits of Ballistic Tests After the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery

Launched by ALMAVIVA SANTE · Dec 3, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how well ballistic tests can predict whether someone will be able to return to physical activities 24 months after having surgery for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Ballistic tests measure fast movements, like jumping and running, which are important for athletes and active individuals. The goal is to find a better way to assess recovery after ACL surgery, since current tests don’t provide enough information about how well a person can stabilize their knee during quick movements.

To participate in this study, you need to be an adult over 18 who has had ACL reconstruction surgery, specifically using hamstrings, and you should not have additional serious injuries or health conditions that could affect your recovery. Participants will take part in specific tests to measure their strength and movement. It’s important to note that this trial is not yet recruiting participants, so there’s no need to apply just yet. If you have any questions about your eligibility or the study itself, it’s best to talk to your healthcare provider.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adult patient (\> 18 years),
• * Patient who has undergone ACL reconstruction of the hamstrings with or without associated extra-articular plastic surgery:
• • Isolated ACL sprain without injury to the collateral ligaments or the PCL,
• • ACL reconstruction without associated meniscal injury or with repaired or menisctomized meniscal injury,
• • Having to perform a K-STARTS test and an isokinetic test,
• • Having the Tegner score before the rupture.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patient with high cardio-respiratory risk,
• • Osteoarticular and neuromuscular traumatic sequelae of the lower limbs,
• • Degenerative neuromuscular diseases,
• • Connective Tissue and Collagen Disease (e.g. Marfan),
• • Follow-up of a medical treatment that may influence the neuro-muscular system (e.g., antidepressants, etc.) during the tests,
• • Pregnant, parturient or breastfeeding patient.