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NCT06410339 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Ultrasound Assessment of Anatomical Changes in the Fingers of Recreational Rock Climbers
A clinical trial of Flexor Tendons Injuries, sponsored by Rocky Vista University.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- 50
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT06410339 is a study of Flexor Tendons Injuries that is actively recruiting participants, run by Rocky Vista University. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants. The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.
The verdict
NCT06410339, a study of Flexor Tendons Injuries, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Rocky Vista University.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- 50 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The objective of this study is to assess whether recreational rock climbers experience thickening of the flexor digitorum tendon in the 2nd 3rd and 4th fingers. In these fingers the study will also assess whether there is thickening of the A2 annular pulley and if there is a measurable increase in the tendon to bone distance at the level of the A2 pulley when the fingers are placed into flexion against mild resistance. This study aims to provide clinicians with an understanding of how exposure to rock climbing can lead to chronic anatomical changes to the soft tissue structures of the finger. These changes have been demonstrated in the elite rock climber population, but have yet to be studied in the much larger and growing recreational rock climbing population which consisted of nearly 10 million participants in 2021. If significant, these anatomical variations might guide the assessment of imaging and clinical decision making when managing finger injuries in patients with exposure to rock climbing. Portable ultrasound probes will be used to scan and measure the dimensions of various soft tissue structures in the hands of both rock climbers and a control population, this data will be paired with data collected in a brief survey asking about exposure to rock climbing, history of finger injuries, and style of climbing.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Ultrasound
Study Locations (1)
Colorado
- Rocky Vista University - Parker
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-04-29 |
| Est. Completion | 2025-05-01 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06410339
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06410339 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as an unspecified phase. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Rocky Vista University, which has 2 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 1 condition, with Flexor Tendons Injuries appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Ultrasound is the first listed.
NCT06410339 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Colorado.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06410339 about?
NCT06410339 is a clinical study titled "Ultrasound Assessment of Anatomical Changes in the Fingers of Recreational Rock Climbers". The objective of this study is to assess whether recreational rock climbers experience thickening of the flexor digitorum tendon in the 2nd 3rd and 4th fingers. In these fingers the study will also assess whether there is thickening of the A2 annular pulley and if there is a measurable increase in t...
What is the current status of trial NCT06410339?
This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 50 participants. The study started on 2024-04-29. Estimated completion is 2025-05-01.
What conditions does trial NCT06410339 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Flexor Tendons Injuries.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06410339?
The interventions under investigation include: Ultrasound (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06410339?
This trial is sponsored by Rocky Vista University, which has 2 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT06410339 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Colorado. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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