Comparative Effects of Heavy Slow Resistance Training and Eccentric Overload Training in Runners
Launched by RIPHAH INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY · Mar 10, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of May 09, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The objective of the study is to compare the effects of heavy slow resistance training and eccentric overload training on pain, range of motion, and lower extremity functions in runners with patellar tendinopathy.
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Gender
MALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • anterior knee pain located on the inferior pole of the patella for at least 3 months while practicing sport;
- • age between 18 and 45 years old;
- • practicing any kind of sports at least 3 times a week
- • score less than 80 on the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment-Patellar questionnaire (VISA-p).
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Knee surgery within the previous 6 months;
- • Chronic joint diseases;
- • Corticosteroid injection in the patellar tendon within the previous 3 months;
- • Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, or antibiotic medications within the previous 48 hours;
- • Any other concomitant treatment for PT
About Riphah International University
Riphah International University is a leading educational institution based in Pakistan, dedicated to advancing healthcare and medical research through innovative clinical trials. With a commitment to excellence in research and education, Riphah emphasizes ethical standards and scientific integrity in its clinical studies. The university collaborates with various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and industry partners, to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the global body of medical knowledge. Through its robust research programs, Riphah International University aims to foster a culture of inquiry and improve healthcare delivery both locally and internationally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Aamir Gul Memon, MS
Principal Investigator
Riphah International University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported