Weightbearing Strategies After Knee Ligament Surgery for Knee Injuries
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of this treatment for knee injuries?
Research suggests that a structured physical therapy program after knee ligament surgery can lead to successful outcomes, even with a limited number of therapy visits. Additionally, for young and healthy individuals, home exercise programs can be as effective as supervised physical therapy for simple knee surgeries.12345
Is physical therapy safe after knee ligament surgery?
How is the treatment of physical therapy unique for knee ligament surgery recovery?
Physical therapy for knee ligament surgery recovery is unique because it involves a structured program that gradually increases joint mobility and muscle strength, while also incorporating techniques like proprioceptive exercises, electrical stimulation, and isokinetic training to enhance recovery. This approach is tailored to avoid complications like ligament slackening and stagnating mobility, making it distinct from unsupervised home exercises.1691011
What is the purpose of this trial?
This is a prospective randomized controlled trial with the purpose to determine if patients undergoing isolated posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction, or isolated medial collateral ligament (MCL) reconstruction, or combined PCL, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), fibular collateral ligament (FCL), posterolateral corner (PLC), and MCL reconstructions (or any combination of multiple ligaments) can safely begin partial controlled weightbearing for the first six weeks after surgery.
Research Team
Robert F LaPrade, MD, PhD
Principal Investigator
Twin Cities Orthopedics
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals aged between 14 and 60 who have had surgery to repair a knee ligament injury, such as the PCL alone or in combination with other ligaments like ACL and MCL. Participants must be able to follow the study plan and give informed consent. It's not open to those with certain concurrent surgeries, previous vascular injuries, pregnant women, or anyone needing revision PCL reconstructions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo either non-weightbearing or partial weightbearing rehabilitation for the first six weeks after knee ligament reconstruction surgery
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of posterior tibial translation and compartment gapping
Long-term follow-up
Participants complete patient-reported outcome surveys and additional assessments
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Physical Therapy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Twin Cities Orthopedics
Lead Sponsor