BRAIN GAME EXPOSES HIDDEN BALANCE FLAWS IN ACL RECOVERY
NCT ID NCT06827483
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study adds a neurocognitive component (BlazePods) to the standard Y-Balance test to see if it reveals differences in balance and reaction time between the operated and non-operated legs of people recovering from ACL reconstruction. Researchers will compare 20 ACL-recovery patients with 20 healthy individuals. The goal is to improve return-to-sport assessments and reduce re-injury risk.
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Active substance
Neurocognitive component (BlazePods) added to the Y-Balance test
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better, safer return-to-sport assessments for people recovering from ACL surgery, reducing re-injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 40 participants. It does not test a treatment, so any findings will need much larger studies to confirm they improve real-world outcomes.
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Duke Sports Science Institute
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States