Clinical trials: Quadriceps Muscle Function
Post-operative Quadriceps Weakness, Post-operative Quadriceps Inhibition
Effect of a Home-based Electrical Stimulation on Quadriceps Function After Knee Surgery
The purpose of this study is to determine if a home-based electrical stimulation (ES) program is more effective than the standard of care (SOC) at improving quadriceps function, functional outcomes, patient reported outcomes, and…
- Conditions
- Post-operative Quadriceps Weakness, Post-operative Quadriceps Inhibition, Adherence to Post-operative Treatment, Post-operative Lower Extremity Function
- Trial name
- NCT02058862
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 87 people
- Sponsor
- University of Kentucky
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury, Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Quadriceps Tendon vs Peroneus Longus Tendon in ACL Reconstruction
This prospective randomized clinical trial aims to compare quadriceps tendon and peroneus longus tendon autografts in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
- Trial name
- NCT07671729
- Testing
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Tendon Autograft, Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Peroneus Longus Tendon Autograft
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Acibadem University
Muscle Weakness, Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy
NM Balance Regulation With ULLS and Loss of Sleep
The goal of this trial is to learn about how restricted sleep and not bearing weight on the leg affects muscle strength and posture control.
- Conditions
- Muscle Weakness, Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy, Sleep Disturbance
- Trial name
- NCT05956964
- Testing
- Sleep Restriction, Sleep Adequate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 16 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Lance Bollinger
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Chondromalacia Patellae
Changes in Quadriceps Function Following Local or Distant Interventions in Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain
The purpose of this study is to determine if interventions applied at a distant site, lumbopelvic region (manipulation and TENS), have a similar effect as interventions applied locally at the knee (TENS) on quadriceps force…
- Conditions
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Chondromalacia Patellae, Anterior Knee Pain Syndrome
- Trial name
- NCT01434966
- Testing
- Lumbopelvic Manipulation, TENS- Spine, TENS- Knee
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 47 people
- Sponsor
- Creighton University
Knee Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Osteo Arthritis of the Knee
Quadriceps Muscle Quality and Clinical Outcomes in Knee Osteoarthritis
The purpose of this cross-sectional, observational study is to evaluate the relationship between quadriceps muscle quality-specifically muscle echogenicity and thickness change during isometric contraction-and clinical outcomes…
- Trial name
- NCT07541274
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Izmir City Hospital
Healthy Volunteers, Neuromuscular Function
Eco-guided Neuromodulation of the Femoral Nerve on the Performance of Amateur Athletes.
This randomized crossover study aims to evaluate whether different percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PENS) protocols produce changes in neuromuscular performance in healthy adults.
- Trial name
- NCT07719179
- Testing
- Theta Burst Protocol, 10-10-10 Protocol, 5-55 Protocol
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 23 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Quadriceps Muscle, Orthopedic Disorder
Q Angle in Static and Dynamic Postures
The Q angle, also known as the quadriceps angle, is defined as the angle formed between the quadriceps muscles and the patella tendon. It was first described by Brattstrom in 1964 (1).
- Trial name
- NCT05894551
- Testing
- Evaluation of q angles different positions, Physical examination, Functional mobility assessment
- Where
- 2 sites in Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 130 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Tourniquets, Knee Arthroplasty, Total
Tourniquet Pressure in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty
This proposed novel randomized control trial (RCT) seeks to address this gap in TKA protocol by gaining a better understanding of the relationship between tourniquet pressure and time, and intraoperative performance and…
- Conditions
- Tourniquets, Knee Arthroplasty, Total, Knee Replacement, Total
- Trial name
- NCT02830087
- Testing
- Tourniquet Cuff Pressure
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 21 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Knee Osteoarthritis
Clinical Importance of Occult Suprapatellar Effusion in Knee Osteoarthritis
Small amounts of fluid in the knee joint may not always be visible during a standard ultrasound examination performed while the leg is relaxed.
- Trial name
- NCT07876752
- Testing
- Static and Dynamic Suprapatellar Ultrasonography
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 105 people
- Sponsor
- Mardin Artuklu University
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Quadriceps Muscle Contractile Properties and Functional Performance
The aim of this study is to investigate the association between tensiomyography parameters (from rectus femoris, vastus lateralis and vastus medialis) and functional abilities in runners with patellofemoral pain syndrome.
- Trial name
- NCT05348850
- Testing
- Tensiomayography (TMG)
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation, Quadriceps Muscle Function
Determining the Effects of Non-invasive Brain Stimulation to Improve Quadriceps Muscle Function After ACL Reconstruction
After knee surgery for a torn ACL, many women struggle with weak thigh muscles for years, partly due to reduced brain signals to these muscles.
- Trial name
- NCT07128602
- Testing
- active transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Arcadia University
Muscle Weakness
Electrical Stimulation to Strengthen Muscles in the Lower Legs in Patients Requiring Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation
The primary aim of this proposal is to test the effectiveness of NMES in improving functional status and muscle function in patients requirng prolonged mechanical ventilation
- Trial name
- NCT01825135
- Testing
- Neuromuscular electrical stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 57 people
- Sponsor
- RML Specialty Hospital
Spinal Cord Injury, Paraplegia
Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Spasticity, Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Functional Mobility in Individuals With Paraplegia
Spinal cord injury (SCI)-related paraplegia is a complex neurological condition characterized by motor impairment, increased spasticity, and significant functional limitations in daily activities.
- Conditions
- Spinal Cord Injury, Paraplegia, Spasticity, Neurorehabilitation
- Trial name
- FES-PAR-RCT (NCT07583576)
- Testing
- Conventional Neurorehabilitation, Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) of Quadriceps Muscle
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Istanbul Medipol University Hospital
ICU Acquired Weakness
Evaluation of Diaphragmatic Function and Quadriceps Muscle Thickness in Patients Receiving High Protein Nutrition
Different Protein Doses' Effect on Diaphragmatic Function and Quadriceps Thickness
- Trial name
- NCT06025760
- Testing
- patients who will receive 2 gm protein/kg/day will be evaluated by ultrasound for diaphragmatic function and quadriceps muscle thickness
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- Zagazig University
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury, Quadriceps Dysfunction
Exercise Loading Biology Post-Traumatic OsteoArthritis Study - a Pilot and Feasibility Study
FROM RISK FACTORS TO THE PREVENTION OF LONG-TERM CONSEQUENCES AFTER CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURY (ACL injury) - This is a research project where we seek new knowledge about why some people have a high risk and others a low risk of…
- Conditions
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury, Quadriceps Dysfunction, Knee Joint Loading, Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Trial name
- ExeLoadBioPTOA (NCT06892899)
- Where
- Norway
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- May Arna Risberg
Patellar Tendon
Patellar Tendon Physiotheraphy Acute Effects Trial
This randomized controlled trial investigated the acute effects of different physiotherapy interventions applied to the patellar tendon.
- Trial name
- PTPAFT (NCT07315906)
- Testing
- Deep Friction Massage, Thermal Agent Application, Quadriceps Exercise
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 84 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Dokuz Eylul University
Football Players
Efficacy of Plyometric Training Isometric Strength Training on Quadriceps Strength and Functional Performance.
This study aims to investigate the influence of an eight-week plyometric and quadriceps strength training program on muscular strength, sprint, and functional performance in collegiate football players.
- Trial name
- Isometric (NCT05056792)
- Testing
- Isometric strength training for 8 week, Conventional training
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Majmaah University
Age-Related Atrophy, Physical Disorder
Efficacy of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Geriatric Population
The decline in physical function and strength was seen by the nature of aging. The older adults often complain of fatigue. For these reasons, proper rehabilitation approaches should be used to ensure healthy life and to keep the…
- Trial name
- NCT03409575
- Testing
- 5 minutes stimulation, 10 minutes stimulation
- Where
- 2 sites in Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 44 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sevim ACARÖZ CANDAN
COVID-19 Pneumonia
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Patients With COVID19 Associated Pneumonia
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) has been considered as a promising approach for the early rehabilitation of patients in and/or after the intensive care unit (ICU).
- Trial name
- NCT04382729
- Testing
- Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Physical Therapy Exercise
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- University of Turin, Italy
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Comparison of Repetitive Magnetic Stimulation and Exercise on Quadriceps Function in COPD
Background Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients develop leg weakness and a reduced walking capacity, due to reduced leg muscle oxygen-utilising capacity (OUC).
- Trial name
- NCT00737698
- Testing
- Exercise, Repetitive magnetic stimulation
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 86 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Imperial College London