Clinical trial for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
Official title PRP in ACLR to Prevent PTOA
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05412381
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if PRP reduces inflammation and improves knee function soon after an ACL injury.
- Who it's for
- It is looking for people who have recently torn their ACL and are getting knee surgery.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a PRP injection into the knee and will have follow‑up visits and tests to measure inflammation and knee function.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts a few months, with several clinic visits and blood or imaging tests during that time.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 to 50
You may be able to join if
- Acute ACL injury within 6 weeks of presentation
- Age 14-50
- Male or female
- Meniscus injury that can be treated with meniscectomy or repair (the lack of meniscus injury will not exclude patients)
You likely can't join if
- Prior ACL reconstruction
- Prior cartilage repair procedure
- Prior meniscus surgery within 12 months
- Prior steroid, hyaluronic acid, or PRP injection within 6 months
- Other ligament injury requiring repair
- Any cartilage lesion requiring repair
See the full eligibility criteria
- Acute ACL injury within 6 weeks of presentation
- Age 14-50
- Male or female
- Meniscus injury that can be treated with meniscectomy or repair (the lack of meniscus injury will not exclude patients)
- Prior ACL reconstruction
- Prior cartilage repair procedure
- Prior meniscus surgery within 12 months
- Prior steroid, hyaluronic acid, or PRP injection within 6 months
- Other ligament injury requiring repair
- Any cartilage lesion requiring repair
- Any cartilage lesion greater than grade 2 (partial thickness injury)
- History of inflammatory arthritis or joint sepsis
- Non English speakers
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or payment for your time may be offered.
No amount is published here because ClinicalTrials.gov has no reliable field for payment or travel support. Ask the study team what's actually covered (payment for your time, travel, parking, or other study costs), and never join a trial for the compensation alone.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team, so confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 14 years to 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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