ACL deficiency
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 18-35 years ACL rupture, based on physical examination Less than 3 months after injury at time of diagnosis At least six weeks to three months of conservative therapy Intact contralateral knee on physical examination
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients with any history of fractures in the lower extremities or spine Previous osteotomy in the lower extremities Previous ligament reconstruction surgery in the lower extremities Neurological conditions leading to musculoskeletal disorders Any other musculoskeletal pathology of the lower limbs (i.e. concomitant ligament injuries or posterolateral corner injuries) Inability to complete Dutch questionnaires
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Range of tibial rotation | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Range of flexion-extension Range of varus-valgus IKDC Knee score Time to return to play Post-injury level of sports ACL RSI questionnaire | — |
Contacts
UMCG