Resistance training for patellar tendon pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether resistance training can improve the health of the patellar tendon in people with patellar tendinopathy (pain at the knee cap). It may help you recover strength and reduce pain over time.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You have had pain at the bottom of your kneecap for more than 3 months
- You are physically active (exercise or sports at least 3 times per week)
- You have never had an injury or surgery on the affected leg
- You have not had a corticosteroid injection in the last 6 months
- You are not currently taking pain relievers or anti-inflammatory drugs
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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