Improved hamstring strength and knee position sense are associated with enhanced landing mechanics after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Ophélie Faivre, Grégoire Prum, Christophe Hulet...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40194659Actively Recruiting
Age: 18Years - 40Years
All Genders
ID06524869
Association of Strength and Proprioception Parameters With Qualitative Assessment of Functional Tasks After ACL Reconstruction
Led by University Hospital, Caen · Updated on 2024-07-29
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What this Trial Is About
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is common among athletes aged 18 to 35, and ACL reconstruction (ACLR) aims to restore knee stability to help patients return to sports. This observational study evaluates the link between muscle strength, proprioception, and biomechanical features during landing tasks at 6 to 12 months after ACL reconstruction. The research explores how these neuromuscular factors relate to knee control and the risk of secondary ACL injuries. The study is sponsored by University Hospital, Caen. Participants undergo an isokinetic neuromuscular assessment, which measures muscle strength and proprioception. Functional tests include the single-leg hop and landing tasks to assess dynamic stability and knee control. These evaluations take place during one visit scheduled between 6 and 12 months after surgery. The study focuses on patients who had their first ACL reconstruction and are involved in a sports medicine care pathway. During the study visit, participants will be assessed for passive proprioception, muscle strength, and functional performance using the single hop test and single-leg landing task. Additional evaluations include the ACL-Return to Sport after Injury questionnaire and the Landing Error Scoring System. These measurements help researchers understand the relationship between neuromuscular parameters and functional knee stability. The total participation duration is around the single visit conducted 6 to 12 months post-surgery, with no extended follow-up mentioned.
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Brief Title
Association Between Neuromuscular Parameters and Functional Assessment After ACL Reconstruction
Who Can Participate
Age: 18Years - 40Years
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adult patients aged 18 to 40 years
- Have had a first ACL reconstruction more than 6 months ago
- Are followed in a sports medicine care pathway
- Affiliated with a health insurance plan
- Have provided non-objection consent for use of data in research
You will not qualify if you...
- Previous ligament surgery of the lower limbs before ACL reconstruction
- Complex ligament injury including lateral ligaments or posterior cruciate ligament
- Recent muscle injuries
- History of injury to the uninjured knee
- Pregnant women
- Neurological conditions with residual effects or taking medication affecting balance or coordination
- Inability to perform muscular assessment
- Postoperative complications such as deep vein thrombosis, sepsis, or stiffness/arthrofibrosis
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Diagnostic Evaluation
Duration - At 6 to 12 months after surgery
Participants undergo neuromuscular assessments and functional testing to evaluate strength, proprioception, and functional tasks after ACL reconstruction.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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CHU Caen Normandie
Caen, France, 14000
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OBSERVATIONAL
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