Red light therapy to help prevent sports injuries
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether shining red light on your legs can help prevent sports injuries. You will do some simple leg exercises and measurements, and the researchers will see if the light makes a difference.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a university student and feel healthy and active.
- You do not have any current pain or injury in your legs or hips.
- You are not taking any medications that make your skin sensitive to light.
- You can perform two simple leg movement tests (knee-to-wall and knee extension).
- You can attend three sessions, each at least 3 days apart.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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