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Development of Achilles Tendon Elongation and Its Effect on Physical Function the First Year After Rupture

Development of Achilles Tendon Elongation and Its Effect on Physical Function the First Year After Rupture: A Prospective Cohort Study

NCT03525314•Hvidovre University Hospital

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Summary

The objective of this study is to examine how elongation of the Achilles tendon develops during the first year after rupture among patients with an Achilles tendon rupture, and how it affects physical function. The aim is to define a cutoff of acceptable elongation dividing the patients who obtain normal physical function (Limb Symmetry Index \> 90%) from those who do not. Patients treated both operatively and non-operatively will be included.

Eligibility

Age

18 - 65 years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion Criteria

•Appointment in the Outpatients Department within 4 days of injury.
•Total Achilles tendon rupture.
•Initial treatment with split cast with the ankle in maximal plantar flexion must be started within 24 hours of injury.
•The patient must be expected to be able to attend rehabilitation and postexaminations.
•The patient must be able to speak and understand Danish.
•The patient must be able to give informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

•Rupture of the Achilles tendon either at the insertion on the calcaneus or at musculotendinous junction of the triceps surae.
•Previous rupture of the Achilles tendon in any of the two legs.
•Treated with Fluorquinolons or corticosteroids within the last 6 months.
•In medical treatment of diabetes.
•Suffers from rheumatic disease.
•Other conditions prior to the injury resulting in reduced function of any of the two legs.
•Contra-indication for surgery: severe arthrosclerosis with no palpable pulse in the foot, broken skin in the Achilles region of the injured leg.
•Inability to lie in prone position on the operating table.
•Terminal illness or severe medical illness: ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) score higher than or equal to 3.

Locations (1)

Department of Physiotherapy and Orthopedical surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Amager-Hvidovre

Copenhagen, Hvidovre, Denmark

Key Dates

Start Date

June 6, 2018

Primary Completion Date

December 10, 2020

Completion Date

December 10, 2020

Last Updated

March 16, 2022

Enrollment

ACTUAL participants

Conditions

Achilles Tendon Rupture

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RECRUITINGNA

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ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGNA

Data Source & Attribution

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ClinicalTrials.gov last update: March 16, 2022Data synced to Clareo: March 29, 2026

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Inclusion Criteria

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