Using a 3D printed knee extender and home rehab for ACL surgery recovery
Utilization of a 3D Printed Customized Knee Extender and At-Home Rehabilitation Program on Patient Outcomes Following ACL Surgery
This study tests if a special 3D printed knee extender, used along with a home rehab program, can help people recover better after ACL surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 14 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sanford Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Fargo, North Dakota and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06524349 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a customized 3D printed knee extender device combined with an at-home rehabilitation program for patients recovering from anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery. Participants will use the knee extender to aid their recovery while following a structured rehabilitation plan. The goal is to assess how this innovative approach impacts patient outcomes, including mobility and pain management, during the rehabilitation process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with a primary ACL rupture who are willing to follow the study procedures.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant or non-English speaking may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery outcomes and improve the quality of life for patients after ACL surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of 3D printing in medical devices is gaining traction, this specific combination of a knee extender and at-home rehabilitation is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with a primary ACL rupture. Secondary knee pathology such as, but not limited to bone edema, strains, and meniscal pathology are acceptable as long as the primary injury and indication for surgery is the ACL rupture. * Able and willing to adhere to the study procedures * Able to consent for self-, or able to assent for self with parental consent Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Non-English speaking
Where this trial is running
Fargo, North Dakota and 1 other locations
- Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine — Fargo, North Dakota, United States (Recruiting)
- Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine — Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nathan Skelley, MD — Sanford Health
- Study coordinator: Katie Jensen
- Email: katie.e.jensen@sanfordhealth.org
- Phone: 605-312-6983
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.