Improving recovery after ACL surgery with virtual therapy
Randomized Control Trial of the Impact of a Virtual Psychological Intervention on the Outcomes of ACLR
NA · Henry Ford Health System · NCT05965310
This study is testing if a virtual therapy program can help people recover better and get back to sports after ACL surgery compared to just regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Henry Ford Health System (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Detroit, Michigan) |
| Trial ID | NCT05965310 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a virtual psychological intervention (VPI) using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a treatment group receiving VPI alongside standard care or a control group receiving only standard care. The study will assess outcomes such as return to sport and overall post-operative recovery over a two-year period. The goal is to determine if the virtual CBT modules can enhance recovery outcomes compared to standard rehabilitation alone.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients over the age of 12 undergoing their first ACLR surgery with a Henry Ford Sports Orthopedic surgeon.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing revision ACL surgery or those with certain pre-existing conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve recovery outcomes and return-to-sport rates for ACLR patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with virtual psychological interventions in various medical contexts, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients over the age of 12 with ACL injuries undergoing ACLR with a Henry Ford Sports Orthopedic Surgeon * First time ACLR on the injured knee Exclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing revision ACL surgery * Concomitant posterior cruciate ligament injury of the involved knee * Systemic or local infection pre-operatively * Systemic administration of any type of corticosteroid or immunosuppressive agents within 30 days of surgery * History of rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, or autoimmune diseases * Pregnancy
Where this trial is running
Detroit, Michigan
- Henry Ford Health System — Detroit, Michigan, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Thomas Sean Lynch, MD — Henry Ford Health System
- Study coordinator: Brittaney Pratt
- Email: bpratt1@hfhs.org
- Phone: 8502842125
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.
Conditions: Depression, Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries, Mental Health Issue