Understanding recovery from tendon injuries after graft harvest
Graft harvest as a model of tendon injury; Trajectory of recovery and clinical outcomes
This study is looking at how tendon injuries, especially from surgery, impact healing and recovery, and it aims to create personalized recovery plans to help patients heal better and faster.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890644 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how tendon injuries, particularly those related to graft harvest, affect recovery and clinical outcomes. It aims to optimize treatment by developing individualized load and recovery prescriptions for patients. The approach includes training in clinical trials and applying advanced statistical models to analyze recovery trajectories. By focusing on the biological aspects of tendon healing, the research seeks to improve the effectiveness of interventions for tendon injuries.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals recovering from tendon injuries, particularly those undergoing procedures involving graft harvest.
Not a fit: Patients with acute tendon injuries or those not undergoing graft-related procedures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for tendon injuries, enhancing recovery and overall quality of life for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in optimizing tendon injury treatments through individualized recovery plans, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sprague, Andrew L — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Sprague, Andrew L
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 below.