Clinical trials
Anterior Cruciate Ligament clinical trials
Below are recruiting anterior cruciate ligament clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 148 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07333092Recruiting
Balance exercises after ACL surgery
This trial tests whether special balance and movement exercises (proprioceptive exercises) help people recover better after ACL knee surgery. You would start these exercises during the second week of your rehab program.
SanliurfaAges 20–40 - NCT06858293Recruiting
Imagining exercises to boost knee strength after ACL surgery
This study tests whether imagining yourself doing exercises can help you regain strength in your thigh muscle after ACL surgery, and if it's something people can stick with during physical therapy.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT07322497Recruiting
Phone app vs. supervised exercise before ACL surgery
This study compares two ways to exercise before ACL surgery: using a video app on your phone versus doing exercises with a physical therapist. The goal is to see which approach helps you recover better.
Istanbul, KartalAges 18–45 - NCT07318272Recruiting
ACL surgery repair vs. reconstruction recovery study
This study compares how well people recover after two different types of ACL surgery: reconstruction (using a graft) and primary repair (stitching the torn ligament). It will help doctors understand which approach leads to better knee function long-term. Participants must be between 18 and 40, had their ACL surgery at Gazi University, and be at least one year past surgery.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 18–40 - NCT05174611RecruitingPhase 2
Vitamin D to strengthen the thigh after ACL surgery
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking vitamin D can improve thigh (quadriceps) muscle strength after ACL reconstruction. It targets people with low vitamin D levels that persist after surgery and weaker thigh strength on the injured side.
Hong KongAges 18–40 - NCT06259968Recruiting
Electrical stimulation after ACL surgery recovery trial
This trial tests if adding electrical stimulation to standard physical therapy helps people recover strength and movement after ACL reconstruction surgery. It compares two rehab programs starting within days after surgery.
Veranópolis, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–40 - NCT07243535Recruiting
Rhythm training for athletes after ACL surgery
This study compares two types of rhythm-based training (fractal vs isochronous cueing) to see which helps athletes regain better movement after ACL reconstruction. If you're an athlete who had ACL surgery less than two years ago and are now pain-free walking, you may be able to join.
Almada, Monte de CaparicaAges 15–35 - NCT06505525Recruiting
ACL reconstruction: adding extra support vs standard surgery
This trial compares two surgical techniques for ACL reconstruction. The standard method repairs the ACL inside the knee joint, while the new method also adds extra support outside the joint. The study aims to see which approach gives better stability and recovery for people with specific risk factors, like being a young athlete or having a chronic ACL tear.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 14–40 - NCT07201597Recruiting
Readiness and knee function after ACL surgery
This study looks at how your mental readiness, knee function, and strength relate after ACL reconstruction using a specific type of tendon graft. It may help you understand if you're ready to return to sports.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 18–35 - NCT06905691Recruiting
Eccentric training after ACL reconstruction
This study tests if a specific exercise (eccentric training) helps people recover better after ACL surgery. You may join if you are between 18 and 40 and are scheduled for this surgery.
Veranópolis, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–40 - NCT07185802Recruiting
PRP injection for recent ACL injury
This trial tests whether a shot of your own concentrated platelets (PRP) into the knee improves healing after a recent ACL injury. It's for people with mild to moderate ACL tears and no major other knee damage.
DhakaAges 18–50 - NCT06955026Recruiting
Hockey slideboard and blood flow restriction for ACL rehab
This trial tests if using a hockey slideboard with blood flow restriction (a special band that limits blood flow during exercise) helps recovery after ACL surgery. It may improve muscle strength and function faster.
Odorheiu Secuiesc, RomaniaAges 18–45 - NCT07129694Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new lab-grown ligament for ACL repair
This study tests a new, lab-grown ligament made from biological tissue for ACL reconstruction. It may offer a regenerative option for people with a recent ACL tear who need surgery.
Hirosaki, AomoriAges 18–44 - NCT07134244Recruiting
Predicting cartilage damage and pain after knee injury or early arthritis
This study uses computer models and MRI scans to predict how knee cartilage and pain may change over time in people with early osteoarthritis or a recent ACL tear. It aims to find better ways to manage these conditions and prevent long-term damage.
Aalborg, North DenmarkAges 18–70 - NCT07090616Recruiting
Comparing two knee braces after ACL surgery
This study compares two different knee braces used after ACL surgery to see which one helps people recover better. If you are having your first ACL reconstruction, you may be able to join and help find out if one brace works better than the other.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07065266Enrolling by invitation
Pain survey for ACL knee surgery patients
This trial is testing a simplified pain questionnaire for people who are having ACL knee surgery. The goal is to see if this shorter questionnaire can effectively measure pain levels after surgery.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06979804Recruiting
Comparing knee surgery outcomes with special fabric products
This study compares how well people do after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, with or without also repairing the meniscus, using a special fabric product. It aims to see if the fabric helps improve recovery and outcomes for people with these common knee injuries.
Westmont, IllinoisAges 16–65 - NCT07043569Recruiting
Strength training with blood flow restriction after ACL surgery
This trial tests a special type of strength training that uses a blood pressure cuff to limit blood flow during exercises. It aims to help people recover muscle strength and improve knee function after ACL surgery.
Bonn, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT07023653Recruiting
ACL repair: comparing all-inside vs. standard tunnel surgery
This study compares two ways of repairing a torn ACL: a newer 'all-inside' method versus a standard tunnel method. It is designed for adults with a simple ACL tear, not for those with multiple ligament injuries, severe cartilage damage, or active infection.
DepokAges 18–65 - NCT06972914Enrolling by invitation
Brace wearing time after ACL surgery recovery study
This trial tests how long patients should wear a brace after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. It aims to find the best duration for faster short-term recovery.
Chongli, HebeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06974526RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a dissolvable implant for recovery after ACL surgery
This study tests whether a dissolvable implant that releases a medication called oxandrolone can improve recovery after ACL surgery. Oxandrolone may help strengthen the new ligament and speed up healing.
Fortaleza, CearáAges 18–60 - NCT06956339Recruiting
Bracing vs Surgery for First-Time ACL Tear
This trial compares a new bracing treatment (Cross Bracing Protocol) versus standard surgery for people who have torn their ACL for the first time. It aims to see which approach leads to better recovery and fewer complications.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 16–40 - NCT06942754Recruiting
Bracing vs. surgery for ACL tears
This study compares two ways to treat a torn ACL: bracing alone or surgery using your own quadriceps tendon. It aims to find which option helps you return to sports best.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 14–39 - NCT06948591Recruiting
BioBrace® Support in ACL Reconstruction Surgery
This study looks at how well a special tissue support called BioBrace® works when used during ACL reconstruction surgery. It follows patients who have already had the surgery or are planning to have it, to see how their knee recovers over time.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 14–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anterior cruciate ligament?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 148 recruiting anterior cruciate ligament studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a anterior cruciate ligament trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a anterior cruciate ligament trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation
- ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.