Comparing two types of grafts for ACL reconstruction

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of quadriceps tendon autografts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone autografts in patients undergoing ACL reconstruction. Patients will be recruited from the Highlands Sports Medicine Clinic and will be randomized into two groups to receive either graft type. The study will assess outcomes related to recovery and performance post-surgery, with a total of 100 participants expected. The trial will ensure blinding of the research personnel and participants to maintain objectivity in the results.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Skeletally mature patients younger 65
* ACL insufficiency
* Scheduled to undergo autograft ACL reconstruction
* Appropriate candidate for autograft harvest

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<14 or 65\>
* Poor autograft candidate (poor tissue quality)
* Multi ligamentous reconstruction (PCL, MCL, or PLC)
* Pregnant or nursing
* High likelihood of remaining non-compliant with physical therapy regimen
* Desire to return to sport prior to 6 months
* Inability to read and write English

Where it's running

• UAB Hospital Highlands
  Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Amit Momaya, MD — Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Study coordinator: Amit Momaya, MD
• Email: amomaya@uabmc.edu
• Phone: 864-436-0621

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.