Using a wearable electrical stimulation device to improve recovery after knee surgery in military cadets

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 investigates the effects of a novel wearable electrical stimulation device, KneeStim, on the recovery of military academy cadets following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Over a 12-week period, participants will wear the KneeStim device to assess its impact on their gait, muscle mass, and overall recovery outcomes. The study will include various assessments such as body composition analysis, MRI, strength testing, and patient-reported outcomes to evaluate the effectiveness of the device compared to standard rehabilitation methods. The goal is to determine if KneeStim can enhance recovery and expedite the return to full duty for these cadets.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. United States Military Academy cadet between ages of 17-27 years
2. Undergoing a Primary ACL Reconstruction, or Revision ACL Reconstruction

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Concomitant or prior high tibial osteotomy (HTO)
2. Concomitant or prior cartilage restoration procedure
3. Concomitant ligamentous reconstruction (lateral collateral ligament; posterior cruciate ligament; medial collateral ligament)
4. Contraindications to using the KneeStim device

   \- Use of pacemaker, defibrillators, or other implanted electronic devices, as this may cause electric shock, burns, electrical interference, or death Unstable angina or decompensated heart failure Epilepsy or history of seizure disorder Pregnancy or planning to become pregnant (Self reported) Critical ischemia of lower limbs Moderate to severe dementia Altered sensation at the knee such that the user cannot feel a pinprick Undiagnosed pain syndromes
5. Any meniscus tear precluding weight bearing for 6 weeks.

Where it's running

• Keller Army Community Hospital
  West Point, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Shawn M Gee, MD — Keller Army Community Hospital
• Study coordinator: Natalia B Prando, MA
• Email: natalia.b.prando.ctr@health.mil
• Phone: 315-774-8368

Similar studies

Other studies for the same condition or treatment. Recruiting studies are listed first.

• Perturbation Training vs Functional Activities after ACL Reconstruction

  This study tests whether perturbation training or task-oriented functional activities help people 18–45 with ACL reconstruction recover better than standard rehab.

  Recruiting Riphah International University · Lahore, Punjab Province · NCT07642752

• Tracking recovery after arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgeries

  This will follow people having routine arthroscopic shoulder or knee surgery to see if patient characteristics, tear details, or surgical choices predict better recovery and function over two years.

  Recruiting Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine · Hangzhou, Zhejiang · NCT07501013

• Magic Angle Direction Imaging for ACL tears and meniscus injuries

  This study tries a new low-field MRI technique called Magic Angle Direction Imaging to see if it shows ACL tears and meniscus injuries more clearly in adults scheduled for ligament repair.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Imperial College London · London and 1 other locations · NCT07366619

• Proprioceptive exercises to aid recovery after ACL surgery

  This trial will see if adding proprioceptive exercises to standard balance training helps people aged 20–40 during the early rehab period after ACL surgery.

  Recruiting Uskudar University · Sanliurfa · NCT07333092

• Visual-guided balance training to improve knee function after ACL reconstruction

  This program tests whether adding visual-guided balance training to standard rehabilitation helps adults 18–45 recover knee function and walking after ACL reconstruction.

  Recruiting Peking University Third Hospital · Beijing · NCT07306221

• Predicting knee cartilage wear and pain after early osteoarthritis or a recent ACL injury

  This project will try to create computer models that predict cartilage damage and pain over time for people with early knee osteoarthritis or an ACL injury within the past year.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Aalborg University · Aalborg, North Denmark and 1 other locations · NCT07134244

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.