Which exercise heals the knee tendon best? a Head-to-Head trial
NCT ID NCT07682051
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study compares two 12-week exercise programs—eccentric training and heavy-slow resistance training—in 30 adults aged 18–50 with patellar tendinopathy (knee pain lasting over 3 months). Researchers measure changes in tendon thickness, stiffness, strength, and pain to see which approach better improves tendon and muscle function. Participants must be active (exercise at least 3 times per week) and have no prior knee surgeries or recent treatments like cortisone injections.
What this could mean
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Active substance
exercise training (eccentric training and heavy-slow resistance training)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify which type of exercise best improves tendon health and reduces pain in people with patellar tendinopathy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs require consistent effort and may not work for all individuals.
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Conditions
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University of Graz
Graz, Styria, 8010, Austria