U.S., April 16 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06926699) titled 'MPFL Reconstruction Versus Rehabilitation' on April 11.
Brief Summary: This study involves patients between the ages of 16 and 25 and have been diagnosed with a first-time traumatic patellar dislocation within the past 3 months. McMaster University and the investigators are receiving compensation from the Arthroscopy Association of North America to cover the costs of conducting the study.
Dislocations of the kneecap or patella is often treated without surgery, however up to 50% of patients will unfortunately experience recurrent instability of the patella. These episodes can cause damage to the bones and cartilage in the knee, whi...