Assessing the reliability of ankle joint imaging techniques
Assessment of the Ankle Joint Axis Using a Long Ankle View Radiograph
Mein Fusszentrum AG · NCT05943236
This study tests how reliable different ways of measuring ankle joint images are by having multiple people take the same measurements to see if they get the same results.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Mein Fusszentrum AG (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Basel) |
| Trial ID | NCT05943236 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the reliability of a specific measurement procedure for generating long ankle view radiographs. It involves a radiographic assessment followed by a manual evaluation of the medial-distal tibial angle (MDTA). The procedure will be repeated by different observers to assess both intra- and interrater reliability. The study aims to determine the consistency of various assessment methods applied to the same radiographic image.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals over 20 years old who require a radiographic assessment of the lower half of one leg.
Not a fit: Patients with previous lower leg surgeries, fractures, or obvious malalignment will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accuracy of ankle joint assessments, leading to better diagnosis and treatment planning.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific measurement procedure, similar studies assessing radiographic reliability have shown promising results in improving diagnostic accuracy.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion * Clinical indication for a radiographic assessment of the lower half of one leg * Age above 20 Exclusion Criteria: * Previous bony procedures (surgery), fractures or anomalies of the lower leg, which does not allow a reliable assessment of the MDTA * Symptomatic or clinically obvious malalignment at any level of the lower extremity * Pregnancy
Where this trial is running
Basel
- Praxis "Meim Fusszentrum" — Basel, Switzerland (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Markus Knupp, MD — Praxis "Mein Fusszentrum"
- Study coordinator: Markus Knupp, MD
- Email: markus.knupp@meinfusszentrum.ch
- Phone: +41 61 266 17 17
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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