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Wearable tech could predict soldier injuries before they happen

NCT ID NCT04541992

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Miami Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether small body-worn sensors can predict if a soldier might get a leg injury during military training. Over 1,800 active-duty soldiers took part. The sensors measured balance and agility to see if they could spot who is at higher risk.

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Study facts

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Participants

1,891 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2020

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Healthy service member participants stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

Ages

18 to 55 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Between the ages of 18-55 2. Active duty Service Members in the 82nd Airborne Division (ABN DIV) 3. Fluent in English speak and reading Exclusion Criteria: 1. Service members under the age of 18 or over the age of 55 will be excluded 2. Told by a doctor that they should not exercise. 3. Orthopedic injury/surgery of the lower limb or back within the last year and that limits study compliance 4. Regular use of medications that may alter balance, coordination or agility 5. Unwilling to comply with the study protocol

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Conditions

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ankle injury Hip Injuries Knee Injuries Leg Injuries

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Injury leg

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Womack Army Medical Center

    Fort Bragg, North Carolina, 28310, United States

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