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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by The Methodist Hospital Research Institute

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Study in Houston

This study is designed as a prospective, open label, single arm pilot clinical study that will establish the safety and efficacy of a single injection of mesenchymal stromal cells in patients. Each subject will receive one intra-articular injection of autologous mesenchymal stromal cells derived from infrapatellar fat pad (FP-MSC) tissue samples collected from the subject during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery.

Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients 18 years of age or older who are scheduled to undergo anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with bone-to-bone (BTB) patellar tendon autograft with the Principal Investigator (PI).
Receiving post-surgery physical therapy at a Houston Methodist physical therapy (PT) clinic.

Exclusion Criteria

Under 18 years of age
Prior surgery on affected knee
Root repair, inflammatory arthropathy, or any other concomitant procedure that cannot follow an accelerated PT protocol or any concomitant procedure that the PI deems exclusionary
Unable to attend physical therapy at Houston Methodist
Vulnerable populations
Immunocompromised patients such as those being treated for cancer, kidney failure, etc.
Heart disease (including systolic blood pressure \>180 mm Hg or heart failure)
Active infections
Non-English-speaking patients
Any known metal implants or allergy to contrast agents
Pregnancy (as part of standard of care, all female participants will be administered a urine pregnancy test prior to surgery. A negative result is required to proceed with surgery per SOC and thus, participate in the study) and those planning to become pregnant during the duration of the study
Any condition with known bleeding disorders, thrombus formation risk factors, or overlying wound and skin infections
Any condition in the opinion of the primary investigator that would compromise the integrity of the data collection or outcomes being assessed
Any other medical condition that in the opinion of the primary investigator would constitute a relative contraindication to study participation (e.g., Ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, scleroderma, polymyositis, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, osteoporosis)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06798623) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT06798623) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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