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Operant Conditioning for ACL Injury
Study Summary
This trial will study if operant conditioning can improve thigh muscle weakness and lack of muscle activation after an ACL injury.
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Inclusion Criteria
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- You have had a previous injury to your ACL (a ligament in your knee).I have a recent, complete tear in my ACL.I have had major surgery on one of my knees.You have metal implants in your head.You have a history of frequently fainting.I am taking medication that could lower my seizure threshold.I am between 18 and 45 years old.I have had a serious knee injury or leg fracture recently.You have electronic devices in your ear or heart, like a cochlear implant or cardiac pacemaker.I have diabetes or high blood pressure that is not well-controlled.I often have headaches for no known reason.I have had seizures recently.I have had ACL reconstructive surgery.
- Group 1: Control
- Group 2: Operant Conditioning
- 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
What criteria must be met for individuals to qualify for this trial?
"This clinical trial is being conducted with 32 individuals that have sustained anterior cruciate ligament injury and are between 18-45 years old. To be considered, applicants must meet the outlined criteria which specify age range, a full rupture of their ACL, and an agreement to comply with testing protocol."
Is this research program open to people aged 45 and above?
"This clinical trial is searching for candidates aged 18 to 45 years old."
How many participants are being accepted for inclusion in this trial?
"Affirmative. According to the clinicaltrials.gov website, this trial is actively seeking participants and has been doing so since September 21st 2017. Currently, 32 individuals need to be recruited from one medical facility for the study's completion."
Is this research project currently recruiting participants?
"According to the information on clinicaltrials.gov, this study is actively seeking volunteers and has been since it was first posted in September of 2017. The trial's particulars were most recently updated on August 19th 2022."
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