Study of knee joint shape and patella dislocations in Faroese teens
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how knee joint shape differences may relate to repeated kneecap (patella) instability or near-dislocation, and what that means long-term. It specifically includes teens from the Faroe Islands and asks about symptoms and knee function over time.
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Who can take part
- Be between 15 and 20 years old when you join the study
- Have felt the kneecap slipping, or have had a kneecap dislocation or near-dislocation
- Live in the Faroe Islands (be Faroese)
- If you’re under 18, a parent must give written consent
- Be able to answer questionnaires by yourself (or meaningfully participate) and cooperate with study visits
- Not have a terminal illness
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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