Which workout rebuilds a repaired knee best? a head-to-head trial of movement vs stability training
NCT ID NCT07725016
First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether functional movement training or functional stability training better restores strength, balance, and performance in athletes who have had ACL reconstruction. Thirty-two male athletes aged 18–35 who had surgery 3–6 months earlier will follow one of the two exercise programs three times a week for eight weeks. Researchers will measure pain, knee stability, and function to see which approach leads to better recovery.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- two exercise programs: functional movement training and functional stability training
- What this could lead to
- If one approach proves superior, it could point toward a more effective rehabilitation protocol for athletes after ACL reconstruction.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The exercises are non-invasive, but improper form could risk re-injury.
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Sheikh zayed hospital Lahore
RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 54660, Pakistan
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