Could magnetic pulses help athletes heal faster?
NCT ID NCT07234084
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding Functional Magnetic Stimulation (FMS) to standard physiotherapy helps athletes with bone marrow edema recover faster. Forty athletes aged 18-45 with MRI-confirmed edema will receive either physiotherapy plus FMS or physiotherapy alone for four weeks. Researchers will measure pain, function, and return-to-sport readiness up to 16 weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Functional Magnetic Stimulation (FMS) plus physiotherapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a faster recovery option for athletes with bone marrow edema, helping them return to sport sooner.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The added benefit of FMS over physiotherapy alone is unproven.
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Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences International Hellenic University
Thessaloniki, Sindos, 57400, Greece