Can electrical stimulation or vibration boost leg strength after ACL surgery?
NCT ID NCT07674784
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) or vibration can help people who have had anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction regain strength in their quadriceps (thigh muscle). The researchers want to see if these treatments reduce muscle inhibition and improve strength. The study involves 22 participants who are 2 to 4 months post-surgery and will be followed for 2 to 3 weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) and vibration
What this could lead to
If effective, these treatments could help people recover quadriceps strength more quickly after ACL surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 22 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatments may not work better than standard care.
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UW Health
Madison, Wisconsin, 53706, United States