Simple stretching technique shows promise for Osgood-Schlatter knee pain in young athletes
NCT ID NCT07590128
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested a combined program of hold-relax stretching and progressive exercises in 6 adolescent athletes with Osgood-Schlatter disease. The goal was to see if it could reduce knee pain and improve range of motion. Results are preliminary and need confirmation in larger trials.
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Active substance
Hold-Relax stretching technique plus progressive rehabilitation exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to reduce knee pain and improve mobility in young athletes with Osgood-Schlatter disease.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 6 participants and no comparison group. Results may not apply to others, and the approach needs much larger trials to confirm.
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Locations
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Batna 2 University
Batna City, Batna, 05078, Algeria