University Of North Carolina, Charlotte
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of North Carolina, Charlotte, explained in plain language.
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New training method aims to stop ACL tears before they happen
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether giving people specific feedback about how they move can help prevent ACL knee injuries. 45 physically active adults did 4 weeks of jump training with either visual or auditory feedback. The goal was to see if these methods improve landing mechanics bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Simple shoe wedge may fix stiff knees after replacement
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a simple shoe wedge worn under the toes to help people straighten their knee after total knee replacement. Eight adults with a stiff knee (unable to fully straighten it) wore the wedge during walking for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if the wedge could redu…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a 3-Lesson class change how teens think about food and their bodies?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a 3-lesson nutrition program called 'Let's Eat' in middle schools. The program focuses on flexible eating based on internal cues, not dieting. Researchers wanted to see if students and teachers liked it, if it was easy to deliver, and if it improved eating habit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC