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The School of Physiotherapy is seeking participants to take part in a study about long-term wellbeing after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture. We want to hear from people who have had an ACL rupture and as well as from health care providers.

The study will explore how people to stay physically active, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and return to work, sport, or recreational activities after an ACL injury, particularly for those who primarily live on Te Waipounamu, the South Island.

Runner sitting on a bench wearing a knee brace, clutching knee.

Who can participate in this study?

You may be eligible to participate if:

  • You are located in the South Island

AND

  • Have had an ACL injury in the past 2–10 years and have or have not undergone reconstructive surgery
  • Are of any age or gender

OR

  • Are a Healthcare provider: physiotherapist, surgeon, sports medicine doctor, exercise physiologist, sports coach, and other relevant professionals
  • Work with at least 4 clients with ACL rupture annually.

What will you be asked to do?

Adults and adolescents with a past ACL rupture

If you are eligible for the study, you will attend an individual 60-minute interview (in person or virtual). The interview will focus on how you are remaining active, your lifestyle, and general well-being.

You are welcome to bring a support person along.

More information and initial survey – past ACL rupture

Healthcare providers, sports trainers or coaches

If you are eligible for the study, you will take part in a focus group (60 minutes, in person or virtual) or attend an individual interview.

We’ll explore your experiences of long-term support of individuals with ACL injuries.

More information and initial survey – healthcare provider, sports trainer or coach

All participants

All participants will receive a $40 gift voucher as a 'thank you' for your time.

Contact

Muhammad Ali (PhD Candidate)
Study lead
Email acl@otago.ac.nz 

Investigators

  • Professor Gisela Sole and Dr Emily Gray, Senior Lecturer, School of Physiotherapy
  • Dr Emma O'Laughlin, Senior Lecturer, Department of Surgey and Critical Care, University of Otago, Wellington
  • Mr Pierre Navarre, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Surgery and Critical Care, University of Otago, Dunedin and Department of Surgery, Southland Hospital, Invercargill

Ethics number

University of Otago Human Ethics Committee (Health) Ethics Number: H25/0743

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