Return-to-sport readiness after ACL reconstruction using the peroneus longus tendon

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 observational case-control, cross-sectional study enrolls male recreational athletes who underwent primary unilateral ACL reconstruction with a peroneus longus autograft and completed a standardized rehabilitation program. Participants attend a single evaluation visit 6–12 months after surgery and are classified as "RTS-ready" or "RTS-not-ready" based on a prespecified return-to-sport test battery performed that day. The protocol compares ACL-RSI psychological readiness scores, IKDC self-reported knee function, isokinetic quadriceps and hamstring strength and H/Q ratios, and measures of dynamic postural control and core endurance between groups. The goal is to identify an integrated physical and psychological profile that can better inform individualized return-to-sport decisions after this graft type.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Male recreational athletes aged 18-35 years.
* Participation in sports that involve deceleration, jumping, cutting, or turning (e.g., basketball, soccer, volleyball).
* Primary unilateral ACL injury treated with ACL reconstruction using a Peroneus Longus autograft.
* Single evaluation 6-12 months after ACL reconstruction.
* Completed a standardized postoperative rehabilitation program for ≥6 months, with near-complete rehabilitation and some level of sport participation.
* Sufficient knee confidence, no effusion/edema, full knee range of motion, and able to perform all functional tests safely.
* Able to provide written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Revision ACL reconstruction.
* Prior ACL reconstruction on the ipsilateral or contralateral knee.
* Multi-ligament knee injury.
* Concomitant meniscal repair or bilateral ACL reconstruction.
* Knee pain \> 3/10 at evaluation that prevents or impairs testing.
* Incomplete knee extension or knee flexion \< 110°.
* Lower-limb fracture or surgery within the past 6 months.

Where it's running

• Ahuc
  Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mostafa Hamdy
• Email: hamdymostafa655@gmail.com
• Phone: +201287412996

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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.