U.S., Feb. 25 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07431138) titled 'Role of Iliotibial Band Stiffness in Perceived Leg Length Discrepancy After Total Hip Arthroplasty' on Feb. 19.
Brief Summary: Patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) may experience objective or perceived leg length discrepancy (LLD/PLLD), which can negatively affect gait, pelvic balance, and patient satisfaction.
The iliotibial band (ITB) plays a critical role in lateral thigh tension transmission, and alterations in its stiffness may influence the perception of limb length discrepancy.
Shear-wave elastography (SWE) is a noninvasive ultrasound-based technique that enables quantitative assessment of soft tissue stiffness....