Can a phone app replace the Doctor's exam for ankle recovery?
NCT ID NCT07197593
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study checks if a smartphone app can reliably measure calf muscle strength in people recovering from Achilles tendon rupture or ankle sprain. Researchers will compare results from 70 participants (patients and healthy controls) using the app during calf raise exercises. The goal is to see if the app provides valid and consistent measurements that could help track recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a simple, reliable way for doctors to track recovery after ankle injuries using a smartphone app.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The app's accuracy in real-world clinics is still unproven.
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