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Ultrasound-Guided Lipogems Injections for Torn Meniscus
Study Summary
This trial will evaluate a new treatment for meniscal tears, which are a common knee injury for active-duty military personnel. The new treatment, called micro-fragmented adipose tissue, will be compared to the current standard of care. The goal is to show that micro-fragmented adipose tissue is a more effective treatment for reducing pain and restoring activity levels.
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- You have a condition that the doctor believes could prevent you from receiving proper treatment.I have not had PRP, cortisone, or hyaluronic treatments in the last 6 weeks.I have knee pain that suggests I might have a torn meniscus.I might have an infection in my joint, including Lyme disease.My knee is permanently bent and cannot straighten.I am between 18 and 45 years old.I was diagnosed with cancer within the last 5 years.I have had surgery on my affected knee.I need surgery for a problem in my knee that is not just wear and tear.My MRI or arthroscopy shows a meniscal tear with no major joint issues.I've tried treatments like rest, medications, and physical therapy for over 4 weeks without improvement.I experience pain, clicking, or popping in my knee, especially when twisting.An orthopedic surgeon said I could have a type of knee surgery.I have a chronic inflammatory disease like rheumatoid arthritis.I do not have bleeding disorders, infections, am not pregnant, and am not allergic to anesthetics.
- Group 1: Micro-Fragmented Adipose Tissue
- Group 2: Saline
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are people still eligible to enroll in this research study?
"From what is stated on clinicaltrials.gov, it appears that this trial is still recruiting patients. The study was originally posted on July 1st, 2019 and the most recent update was on October 12th, 2022."
How many people have been chosen to participate in this trial?
"That is correct, the listing on clinicaltrials.gov says that this study is still looking for participants. Eighty people are needed in total, and recruitment will take place at a single site. The trial was first posted on July 1st, 2019 but was most recently updated on October 12th, 2022."
Is there a danger in using Micro-Fragmented Adipose Tissue?
"Micro-Fragmented Adipose Tissue received a score of 2, as there is data affirming its safety but no evidence yet of efficacy in clinical trials."
How can I join this experiment?
"This particular trial is designed for patients with flap tears who are between 18 and 45 years old. Usually, around 80 people are enrolled in studies like this."
Does this research project restrict participation to those over 25 years old?
"In order to participate in this particular clinical trial, applicants must fall between the ages of 18-45. There are 132 similar studies for individuals under 18 and 630 for those over 65."
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