Understanding muscle changes and fat tissue after knee injuries
Official title: Skeletal Muscle Remodeling and Intramuscular Adipose Tissue following Traumatic Knee Injury
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-10937920 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how knee injuries, especially ACL tears, impact your muscles and fat in the body, helping us understand how you heal and when it's safe for you to get back to your favorite activities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | July 20, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $139,050 |
| NIH project number | 1K01AR084466-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10937920 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced an ACL injury or undergone ACL reconstruction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with knee injuries unrelated to ACL damage or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how traumatic knee injuries, particularly ACL injuries, affect skeletal muscle and fat tissue in the body. The study aims to explore the cellular changes that occur in muscles and the role of fat cells following such injuries. By utilizing advanced molecular techniques and MRI imaging, the research will provide insights into the healing process and recovery of patients. The findings could help improve clinical decision-making regarding when patients can safely return to physical activities after their injuries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better recovery protocols and rehabilitation strategies for patients with knee injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding muscle and fat tissue dynamics after joint injuries, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bodkin, Stephan G — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Bodkin, Stephan G
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.