Achilles rupture recovery under the microscope: new study reveals hidden weaknesses
NCT ID NCT05676632
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study from the University of Leicester looked at 90 people who had finished rehabilitation for a torn Achilles tendon. Researchers used ultrasound imaging, strength tests, and questionnaires to see how well the tendon and calf muscles had healed. The goal was to understand what recovery looks like at different stages, not to test a new treatment.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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90 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2023
- Finished
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Aug 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Individuals attending the Achilles tendon rupture clinic following Achilles tendon rupture
- Ages
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16 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Able to provide informed consent * 16 years of age or above Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to provide informed consent due to cognitive impairment * Inability to provide informed consent as unable to understand sufficient English
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Hosptial of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicester, Leicester, LE1 5WW, United Kingdom
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