Muscle biofeedback may speed knee recovery — a trial puts it to the test
NCT ID NCT07736625
First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
After knee surgery, a condition called arthrogenic muscle inhibition can prevent the quadriceps from activating properly, slowing recovery. This trial tests whether giving patients real-time visual feedback of their muscle activity during rehab exercises helps them contract more accurately. Each of the 5 adult participants will complete sessions both with and without the biofeedback, acting as their own control. The goal is to see if this simple tool improves motor control and muscle engagement.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- visual surface EMG biofeedback during rehabilitation exercises
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve muscle recovery after knee surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study with only 5 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit of biofeedback over standard rehab remains unproven.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpitaux Paris Est Val-de-Marne - Service de rééducation orthopédique et traumatologie
Saint-Maurice, 94410, France
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