Brain stimulation to help recovery after knee surgery
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it can help your thigh muscle work better after ACL reconstruction surgery. It may improve muscle control and speed up your recovery.
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Who can take part
- You had ACL reconstruction surgery on one knee using a hamstring tendon graft (semitendinosus or gracilis).
- You are between 0 and 4 weeks after surgery.
- You are between 15 and 45 years old.
- You are not receiving any other rehabilitation treatment.
- You have no other injuries like fractures, cartilage damage, or multiple ligament tears, and no metal implants near your head or history of seizures.
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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