Knee angle test may spot injury risk in teen athletes
NCT ID NCT07605000
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 24 young female athletes to see if a simple measurement called the Q angle (taken while standing still) can predict how they land during sports. The goal was to find an easy way to screen for injury risk. Researchers measured the Q angle and compared it to landing mechanics using video analysis.
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 could help coaches and trainers use a simple static measurement to identify athletes at higher risk for knee injuries during sports.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. It does not test any treatment or intervention.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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24 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Twenty-four physically active young female athletes aged 16-18 years participated in this observational cross-sectional study.
- Ages
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16 to 18 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Female athletes aged between 16 and 18 years * Physically active individuals participating in regular sports activities * Voluntary participation in the study * No history of lower extremity surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Current musculoskeletal injury or pain * Neurological or balance disorders * Previous severe lower extremity injury affecting landing mechanics * Incomplete test participation or missing data
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Gelisim University
Istanbul, Avcilar, 34310, Turkey (Türkiye)