MedPath

Effect of Cognitive and Proprioceptive Training on Postural sway in ACL Reconstruction Patients.

Not yet recruiting
Conditions
Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure,
Registration Number
CTRI/2025/05/087599
Lead Sponsor
Saveetha college of Medical and Technical sciences
Brief Summary

The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the major stabilizing ligaments of the knee, playing a crucial role in maintaining joint integrity during movement. ACL injuries are common, particularly among athletes, and often result from sudden stops, changes in direction, or direct trauma. When the ACL is torn, it leads to knee instability, pain, and reduced functional ability, often requiring surgical reconstruction to restore normal joint function.

ACLR is a surgical procedure where the damaged ACL is replaced with a graft, typically from the patellar tendon, hamstring tendon, or quadriceps tendon. Post-surgery, patients often experience proprioceptive deficits, postural instability, muscle weakness, and altered neuromuscular control, which can lead to difficulties in returning to pre-injury activity levels.

The clinical features of ACL injury include knee pain, swelling, instability, loss of motion, and difficulty in weight-bearing activities. Additionally, post-ACLR rehabilitation is crucial to regain strength, balance, proprioception, and neuromuscular control to prevent future injuries and complications such as osteoarthritis.

Current rehabilitation interventions for ACL reconstruction involve a combination of physical therapy, proprioceptive training, and neuromuscular re-education. Studies indicate that Cognitive Training and Proprioceptive Training are effective in reducing postural sway, improving balance, and enhancing knee stability post-ACLR.

This study aims to examine the effects of Cognitive Training and Proprioceptive Training on postural control, balance, and functional recovery in individuals after ACL reconstruction. By incorporating targeted rehabilitation strategies, this research seeks to improve long-term functional outcomes and aid in the safe return to sports and daily activities.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
Not Yet Recruiting
Sex
Not specified
Target Recruitment
60
Inclusion Criteria

Subjects with Unilateral Post ACLR Both Gender Age 18-40 Years.

Exclusion Criteria

ANY DEFORMITY IN THE KNEE JOINT BILATERAL KNEE INJURY, ASSOCIATED LIGAMENT INJURY -UNHAPPY TRIAD SUBJECTS WITH VESTIBULAR DYSFUNCTION.

Study & Design

Study Type
Interventional
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC)-Functional activities1st Week | 3rd Week | 6th Week
Lord’s Sway Meter-Postural Sway1st Week | 3rd Week | 6th Week
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Visual analogue scale-PainGoniometer-Range of motion

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

SAVEETHA COLLEGE OF MEDICAL AND TECHNICAL SCIENCES

🇮🇳

Chennai, TAMIL NADU, India

SAVEETHA COLLEGE OF MEDICAL AND TECHNICAL SCIENCES
🇮🇳Chennai, TAMIL NADU, India
DrSSenthilkumar
Principal investigator
9840784295
senthilkumar.scpt@saveetha.com

MedPath

Empowering clinical research with data-driven insights and AI-powered tools.

© 2025 MedPath, Inc. All rights reserved.