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Prediction of Knee Injuries Through System Dynamics Modeling

NCT05430581 · Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 99

Last updated 2023-12-20

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Summary

The large number of studies in the recent decade dealing with knee injury prevention seems not effective enough to cause a decline in knee injury rates. Thus, it has been proposed to use non-linear mathematical models that simulate the operation of complex and dynamic systems.

The present study aims to analyze the dynamic relationships of the risk factors for knee injuries through system dynamics modeling to effectively predict and prevent knee injury. The first part of this project includes a qualitative study informing the theoretical non-linear interrelationships among the risk factors. The aim is to examine the initial hypothetical model formulated in the first part of the project through statistical analysis such as factor analysis and structural equation modeling. Pre-season and in-season data from questionnaires and biomechanical measurements for risk factors will be collected from at least 100 athletes who participate in high-risk sports. The athletes will be monitored for injuries during one season, and these data will be used in the next part of the research plan. The next part of the project aims to develop a dynamic simulation model for predicting knee injuries using specific equations. The function of the simulation model will predict the propensity of knee injuries over time. The next step includes the validation and calibration of the model based on the knee injuries that occurred during the season. The validated and calibrated model will then provide implications for effective policy decisions in knee injury prevention.

Conditions

  • Sport Injury
  • Sports Physical Therapy

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Patras

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Sofia A. Xergia · University of Patras

  • Elias Tsepis · University of Patras

  • Konstantinos Fousekis · University of Patras

  • Charis Tsarbou · University of Patras

  • George Papageorgiou · European University Cyprus

  • Nikolaos I. Liveris · University of Patras

Eligibility

Min Age
17 Years
Max Age
40 Years
Sex
MALE
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2022-07-22
Primary Completion
2023-05-22
Completion
2024-12-31

Countries

  • Greece

Study Locations

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