Effects of different focus techniques on muscle activation after knee surgery
Investigation of the Effect of Externally Vs. Internally Focused Techniques on Thigh Muscle Activation After After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: a Randomized Assessor-Blinded Controlled Trial
This study tests whether different ways of focusing during rehab exercises can help young people recover better and activate their muscles more effectively after knee surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05342415 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how different focus techniques, either internal or external, during rehabilitation exercises impact muscle activation in patients recovering from anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Participants aged 18 to 30 who have undergone their first ACL surgery will be randomly assigned to two groups, each receiving the same exercise program but with different focus instructions. The study aims to determine which focus technique leads to better rehabilitation outcomes, particularly in muscle activation and performance. The research will utilize electromyography to measure muscle responses during the rehabilitation process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18 to 30 who have undergone their first ACL reconstruction with hamstring tendon autograft.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic diseases or injuries in the ankle, hip, or knee, or those with prior knee surgeries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance rehabilitation strategies for ACL reconstruction, leading to improved recovery and muscle function.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that different focus techniques can significantly affect exercise performance and outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with hamstring tendon autograft for the first time * no systemic inflammation * agreed to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * having a chronic disease/injury in the ankle, hip and knee * contralateral knee symptoms and/or surgery history * other surgeries in addition to the anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (meniscus repair, chondral surgery, etc.) * post-operative referral of the patient more than a week later
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Hacettepe University — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Volga Bayrakcı Tunay, PhD, Prof. — Hacettepe University
- Study coordinator: Dilara Kara, PhD
- Email: dilaradonder@hacettepe.edu.tr
- Phone: 903123052525
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.