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Treadmill vs. road: which running surface is safer for your achilles?

NCT ID NCT06294093

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Haifa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 48 regular runners to see if running on the road versus a treadmill changes the Achilles tendon structure, muscle strength, balance, and sense of position. Researchers used ultrasound and simple tests to compare the two groups. The goal is to understand if one surface might lead to fewer Achilles injuries.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help runners choose safer training surfaces to reduce Achilles tendon injuries.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to all runners. It does not test any treatment.

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Study facts

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Participants

48 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2024

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

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

healthy runners who run on a regular basis, without injuries or pain during the last 6 months

Ages

18 to 50 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * run regularly at least twice a week for half an hour, * over 80% of the training on a treadmill or road Exclusion Criteria: * pain or injury to Achilles tendon during the 6 months, preventing running for at least 3 days. * past Achilles tendon surgeries, * sprained ankle in the last six months, * lower limb and back pain while running * participants who report running with minimalist shoes.

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Achilles tendon injury

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Academic College at Wingate

    Netanya, Israel

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