Stretching your way to better hips? pilot study tests the idea

NCT ID NCT07495371

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Omicron beta research Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study looked at whether passive static stretching can increase hip flexibility in three groups: people who had hip replacement, those with long-term hip pain, and healthy volunteers. Twelve participants followed a 4-week stretching program three times a week under supervision. Hip movement was measured before and after using electronic sensors. The study is low-risk and involves no drugs or surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: passive static stretching
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to improve hip flexibility and daily function for people with hip problems or after hip replacement.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The stretching program is short (4 weeks), and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

arthropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS HIP JOINT DISORDERS RECOVERY AFTER TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Osteopathy and Clinical Kinesiology Practice

Roma, RM, 00195, Italy

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