Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction: Single Bundle Versus Double Bundle

Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center60 enrolled

Overview

ACL tear is a common injury among athletes. The recommended treatment includes reconstruction of the ligament. The common reconstruction technique is single bundle reconstruction. However, this technique does not simulate the natural structure of the ligament. The purpose of the study is to compare between the common procedure, Single Bundle reconstruction with the Double Bundle reconstruction technique.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Enrollment

Conditions

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear

Interventions

acl reconstruction - double bundle techniquePROCEDURE

acle reconstruction - single bundle techniquePROCEDURE

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 16 YearsMax age: 40 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * knee instability with a history of ACL tear * diagnosed ACL tear according to MRI * age range 16-40. Exclusion Criteria: * previous surgery in the knees * multiple ligament raptures * partial ACL tear * severe cartilage degeneration * genovaruse/genovalgus * thin hamstrings tendons * oper epiphysis in the knee joint * patient with muscle/neurological problem that increases the tendency to fall

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

WOMAC, VAS, SF-36, Lisholm, Knee society score, isokinetic muscle strength testing, Single HOP test , Tripple Hop Test

Time frame: pre-op. 1 day post op., 7-14 days post op., 6 weeks post op., 12 weeks post op., 26 weeks post op., 1 year post op., 2 years post op.

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.