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Achilles Tendon Rupture Patient Outcomes at 12 Months

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - anyAllLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Tru…
NCT07391553 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Achilles tendon rupture is a common injury that can significantly impact strength, function, and quality of life. While non-surgical management using structured rehabilitation protocols such as the Swansea Morriston Achilles Rupture Treatment (SMART) protocol is increasingly adopted, there is limited evidence on long-term recovery outcomes, particularly beyond six months. This study aims to evaluate recovery at 12-15 months following non-surgical management of Achilles tendon rupture in an NHS population. Participants will attend a single study visit during which plantarflexor muscle strength will be assessed using isokinetic dynamometry, and patient-reported outcomes will be collected using the Achilles Tendon Total Rupture Score (ATRS) and EQ-5D-5L questionnaire. Achilles Tendon Resting Angle (ATRA) will also be measured to provide an estimate of tendon elongation. The primary object

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: Aged 18 years or older at the time of recruitment * Have a confirmed diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture, diagnosed clinically and recorded within the NHS clinical database * Have been managed non-surgically using the SMART (Swansea Morriston Achilles Rupture Treatment) rehabilitation protocol * Be between 12 and 15 months post-injury at the time of study assessment * Be able and willing to provide written informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent * Have previously undergone surgical repair of the Achilles tendon or experienced a re-rupture * Have a neuromuscular or neurological condition that could affect lower limb strength or function * Did not follow the SMART rehabilitation protocol for non-surgical management * Have a history of Achilles tendinopathy or rupture in the contralateral (uninjured) limb * Are unable to tolerate isokinetic strength testing due to pain, discomfort, or other medical reasons
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What it tests

  • Non-Surgical Management Using the SMART Protocol
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Where

2 sites
Broadgreen Hospital Physiotherapy department
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Aintree University Hospital Therapies department
Liverpool, United Kingdom
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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