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Which exercise heals the knee tendon best? a Head-to-Head trial

NCT ID NCT07682051

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Graz Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Sep 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares two 12-week exercise programs—eccentric training and heavy-slow resistance training—in 30 adults aged 18–50 with patellar tendinopathy (knee pain lasting over 3 months). Researchers measure changes in tendon thickness, stiffness, strength, and pain to see which approach better improves tendon and muscle function. Participants must be active (exercise at least 3 times per week) and have no prior knee surgeries or recent treatments like cortisone injections.

What this could mean

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Active substance
exercise training (eccentric training and heavy-slow resistance training)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify which type of exercise best improves tendon health and reduces pain in people with patellar tendinopathy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs require consistent effort and may not work for all individuals.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jul 2026

Expected to finish

Nov 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 50 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Between 18 and 50 years of age * Pain at the inferior pole of the patella, longer than 3 months * Active lifestyle (sport/exercise minimum 3 times per week) * No previous injuries or surgeries on the affected leg Exclusion Criteria: * Corticoid injections in the last 6 months * Current intake of pain or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs * Additional tendinopathy treatments in the last 6 months (i.e., physical therapy, shock-wave therapy, drug interventions, etc.) * Neuromuscular or cardiovascular associated diseases or conditions

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

patellar tendinitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Patellar tendinopathy

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Graz

    Graz, Styria, 8010, Austria

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