Does your running path cause knee pain? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07408700

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study explores how the type of surface you run on (like asphalt, trail, or mountain) and your training load are linked to patellofemoral pain (a common knee pain) in recreational runners. Researchers will survey 126 runners about their running habits, knee pain, and other factors. The goal is to identify which factors increase the risk of knee pain and help develop better prevention strategies.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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  • Contact

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Locations

  • Universidad de Oviedo

    RECRUITING

    Oviedo, Principality of Asturias, 33006, Spain

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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