Knee replacement patients try treadmill training to avoid falls
NCT ID NCT05736666
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether special treadmill training before knee replacement surgery could help prevent falls afterward. Participants practiced recovering from trips or pushes on a treadmill. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled 5 people, so it is not clear if the training helps.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Treadmill-based perturbation training
What this could lead to
If effective, this training could help people avoid falls after knee replacement surgery.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early with only 5 participants, so it is unclear if the training works. Results may not be reliable.
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Locations
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Biomechanics and Clinical Outcomes Laboratory, University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States