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Arthroscopic Repair vs Physical Therapy for Hip Injury
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Led By Scott D Martin, MD
Research Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital
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Willingness to undergo randomization and ability to understand and sign informed consent document: ability to understand study and consent willingly
Age 40 or greater: higher likelihood or undetectable OA on imaging
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline (pre-operative), 3 months, 6 months, 12 months
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Study Summary
This trial found that patients under 60 years of age with FAI and a torn labrum may benefit from arthroscopic repair.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals over 40 with hip pain and MRI-confirmed acetabular labrum tears, who haven't responded to other treatments and don't have severe osteoarthritis or conditions that surgery or physical therapy can't help. They must be willing to be randomly assigned a treatment and able to consent.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares two approaches for treating painful hip conditions: one group will undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair the torn labrum, while the other will receive specialized physical therapy focusing on the hip area.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Surgery may lead to risks like infection, bleeding, nerve injury, or increased pain. Physical therapy could cause muscle soreness or strain. Each person's reaction can vary based on individual health factors.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am willing to be assigned to a study group by chance and understand the study details.
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I am over 40 and may have osteoarthritis not visible on scans.
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My hip pain is not caused by other specific hip conditions or injuries.
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I experience symptoms like catching, clicking, or pain in my hip.
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My MRI shows I have a tear in the hip's labrum.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline (pre-operative), 3 months, 6 months, 12 months
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline (pre-operative), 3 months, 6 months, 12 months
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in mHHS Surveys From Preoperative to Various Postoperative Timepoints
Secondary outcome measures
Change HOS Surveys From Preoperative to Various Postoperative Timepoints
Change LEFS Surveys From Preoperative to Various Postoperative Timepoints
Change NAHS Surveys From Preoperative to Various Postoperative Timepoints
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2Treatment groups
Active Control
Group I: Hip Arthroscopy Surgery with Acetabular Labral RepairActive Control1 Intervention
Hip Arthroscopy Surgery with Acetabular Labral Repair
Group II: Physical Therapy Focused on the Hip and Hemi-pelvisActive Control1 Intervention
Physical Therapy focusing on the hemipelvis strengthening, including the lower back, lower abdominal core, quadriceps, hamstrings, and gluteal muscles.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Massachusetts General HospitalLead Sponsor
2,928 Previous Clinical Trials
13,198,245 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Acetabular Labrum Tear
560 Patients Enrolled for Acetabular Labrum Tear
Scott D Martin, MDPrincipal InvestigatorMassachusetts General Hospital
2 Previous Clinical Trials
660 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Acetabular Labrum Tear
400 Patients Enrolled for Acetabular Labrum Tear
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have tears in both sides of the hip joint's labrum, which makes it hard to measure how well you're improving after treatment.I am willing to be assigned to a study group by chance and understand the study details.My back pain is worse than my hip pain, or I have leg symptoms below the knee.My condition is severe osteoarthritis with significant joint changes.I am over 40 and may have osteoarthritis not visible on scans.My X-rays show severe hip arthritis, suggesting I need a hip replacement.I have had surgery on a part of my body with complex anatomy.My back pain is likely due to spine issues, confirmed by specific physical tests.My hip pain is not caused by other specific hip conditions or injuries.My hip condition is severe with major joint damage and cysts.I cannot undergo surgery or physical therapy due to health reasons.If there are unexpected problems found during the arthroscopy, it is less likely that the pain is caused by a labrum problem and more likely caused by something else outside of the joint.I have not undergone alternative physical therapy for more than 6 weeks.I experience symptoms like catching, clicking, or pain in my hip.My MRI shows I have a tear in the hip's labrum.My hip joint is malformed.My knee hurts more than my hip, indicating my pain is likely from my knee.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Hip Arthroscopy Surgery with Acetabular Labral Repair
- Group 2: Physical Therapy Focused on the Hip and Hemi-pelvis
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- 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
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Is this experiment presently recruiting participants?
"Clinicaltrials.gov data shows that, although this trial was first posted on October 21st 2013 and last updated May 5th 2022, it currently is not enrolling patients. However, 688 alternative medical trials are recruiting participants at the moment."
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