Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Superimposed or Not on Voluntary Contraction After Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Launched by FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCE OF PORTO ALEGRE · Feb 7, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of July 12, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is looking at two different ways to help people recover after surgery to repair their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), which is an important ligament in the knee. The researchers want to see if adding a technique called neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) while patients are also trying to contract their muscles voluntarily (the NMES+ group) is more effective than using NMES alone (the NMES group) during the first month of rehabilitation. Both groups will receive the same rehabilitation program, which includes exercises to manage pain and swelling, improve movement, and strengthen the knee.
To join the study, participants must be between 18 and 40 years old and scheduled for ACL reconstruction surgery. They will be evaluated before surgery and then again at 2, 15, and 30 days after surgery to measure their progress in knee strength, muscle size, and overall recovery. This trial is currently looking for volunteers, and it aims to learn more about the best ways to support recovery after ACL surgery.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • - Individuals of both genders, aged between 18 and 40 years, scheduled for ACL reconstruction surgery during the data collection period.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Failure to attend the pre-surgery assessment session;
- • Delay of more than 7 days after surgery to initiate the rehabilitation program proposed by the study;
- • Presence of injuries related to the rupture of the ACL that hinder partial weight-bearing in the first week after surgery, either due to medical recommendation or the patient inability/disposition.
About Federal University Of Health Science Of Porto Alegre
The Federal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) is a distinguished academic institution in Brazil, dedicated to advancing healthcare education, research, and clinical practice. Renowned for its commitment to excellence in medical and health sciences, UFCSPA plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation through rigorous clinical trials and collaborative research initiatives. The university's research programs are designed to address pressing health challenges, enhance patient care, and contribute to the scientific community, ensuring that findings translate into meaningful health solutions. With a multidisciplinary approach and a focus on ethical standards, UFCSPA is at the forefront of improving health outcomes both locally and globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Veranópolis, Rs, Brazil
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported