CompletedNot Applicable

Effects of Contralateral Strength Training on Postoperative Strength Deficits in the Immobilized Lower Extremity

United States50 participantsStarted 2021-09-01

Plain-language summary

This is a prospective, randomized controlled trial that will enroll patients undergoing unilateral meniscal root repair or meniscus transplant. The objective of this study is to determine if immediate postoperative strength training of the contralateral (non-surgical) lower extremity reduces postoperative loss of strength in an immobilized lower extremity. After the completion of surgery, patients will be randomized to either the experimental treatment (Group 1) or control group (Group II)for postoperative rehabilitation.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 90 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient is indicated for meniscal root repair * Patient is indicated for meniscus transplant * Patient is at least 18 years of age * Patient is expected to survive at least 1 year beyond surgery * Patient has intact lower extremities bilaterally * Patient is willing to participate by complying with pre-and post-operative visit requirements * Patient is willing and able to review and sign a study informed consent form Exclusion Criteria: * Lower extremity musculoskeletal defects * Systemic neuromuscular disorders * Failure to complete pre-operative BIDOEX strength assessment * Failure to complete pre-operative self-assessment score intake forms

What they're measuring

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Timeframe: 6 Weeks, 3 Months, 6 Months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03650374

SponsorNYU Langone Health

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-12-01

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