Brain booster for knee recovery: new trial tests tDCS on ACL patients
NCT ID NCT06818201
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can improve muscle control and quality of life in people recovering from ACL reconstruction surgery. Fifty-four participants aged 16 to 40 will receive either tDCS or a sham treatment alongside standard exercise therapy. The goal is to see if adding brain stimulation helps the leg muscles work better and speeds up recovery.
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Catholic Univerity of Valencia
RECRUITINGValencia, Valencia, 46001, Spain
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