Electric shock therapy for soccer stars? new trial tests speedier hamstring recovery

NCT ID NCT07421570

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tests whether a special electrical therapy called CRET can help elite soccer players with hamstring strains get back on the field faster. Twenty-two players will receive either standard rehab alone or rehab plus CRET therapy. Researchers will measure how many days it takes to return to full sport and track muscle oxygen levels and strength.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Capacitive and resistive electrical transfer therapy (CRET) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could help athletes recover faster from hamstring injuries and return to sport sooner.
What could go wrong: This is a small early trial with only 22 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The device is an add-on to standard rehab, so its added benefit is uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sprains and Strains

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HAMSTRING INJURY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hacettepe University

Ankara, Altindag, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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