Treadmill vs. road: which running surface is safer for your achilles?
NCT ID NCT06294093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 48 regular runners to see if running on the road versus a treadmill changes the Achilles tendon structure, muscle strength, balance, and sense of position. Researchers used ultrasound and simple tests to compare the two groups. The goal is to understand if one surface might lead to fewer Achilles injuries.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help runners choose safer training surfaces to reduce Achilles tendon injuries.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to all runners. It does not test any treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The Academic College at Wingate
Netanya, Israel
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