U.S., April 5 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06912061) titled 'A Needle Technique for Achilles Tendon Lengthening in Pediatric Patients: A Prospective Study on Efficacy, Safety, and Feasibility' on March 28.
Brief Summary: For years, we have used a minimally invasive and biological variant of Achilles tendon lengthening using a needle inserted into the Achilles tendon so that it is weakened and can be gradually stretched to the desired length. So far, no negative effects, complications or tendon problems have been observed. A prospective study of a cohort of children and adolescents is planned where there is an indication for Achilles lengthening, such as spastic or non-spastic contracture and ...