Observing recovery in athletes with chronic ankle instability
Return to Sport and Functional Assessment After Surgery for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche · NCT04726566
This study looks at how athletes recover from chronic ankle instability after surgery to see how well they can get back to their sport.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 190 (estimated) |
| Ages | 15 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Capbreton) |
| Trial ID | NCT04726566 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to collect data on patients recovering from chronic ankle instability after undergoing arthroscopic surgery at the European Center for Sports Rehabilitation in France. Data will be gathered through electronic Case Report Forms completed by physicians and auto-questionnaires filled out by patients. The focus is on understanding the recovery process and return to sport following surgical interventions such as tendon grafts and sutures with biological reinforcement. The study is designed to follow patients longitudinally to assess their outcomes over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 15 years and older who have undergone their first arthroscopic surgery for chronic ankle instability at the study center.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of previous ankle surgeries or complex injuries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into effective recovery strategies for athletes with chronic ankle instability.
How similar studies have performed: While similar observational studies exist, this specific approach focusing on chronic ankle instability recovery post-surgery is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 15 years; * Patient treated at the European Sports Rehabilitation Center after a first arthroscopic surgery on the external lateral ligament of the ankle for chronic instability by anatomical reconstruction: * With tendon graft; * By suture with biological reinforcement; * Non-opposition of the patient and his/her parents (if minor) to the collection of his/her personal data. Exclusion Criteria: - Minor patient (age \<18 years) not accompanied by one of his/her parents or legal representative during the inclusion visit; * History of surgery on the same ankle; * Associated complex osteochondral or internal ligament damage, syndesmosis, fracture; * Non-anatomical reconstruction; * Inability of the patient to understand the study protocol; * Vulnerable person whose inclusion is not justified by the purposes of the research: pregnant woman, person undergoing psychiatric care, or adult person subject to legal protection.
Where this trial is running
Capbreton
- European sports rehabilitation center — Capbreton, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Olivier UCAY, MD
- Email: olivier.ucay@gmail.com
- Phone: 06 79 54 04 27
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: Chronic Ankle Instability