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Behavioural Intervention

Closed-Chain exercise for Valgus Knee Deformity

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Recruiting

Led By James M O'Donohue, DPT

Research Sponsored by Alvernia University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 6 weeks

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial aims to study the effects of different exercise programs on individuals with abnormal knee motion. Participants will undergo a step-down test while their knee motion is analyzed. They will then be assigned to either a

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals with abnormal knee motion but no knee pain. Participants will be tested and then do exercises three times a week for six weeks, either weight-bearing or non-weight-bearing, to see which improves knee motion.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests if a weight-bearing exercise program is more effective than a non weight-bearing one in reducing abnormal knee motion during a step-down test. Motion analysis and EMG recordings are used before and after the exercise period.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves physical exercises, potential side effects may include muscle soreness, joint discomfort, or fatigue as the body adapts to the new workout routines.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 6 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~6 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Electromyographic activity of gluteus medius muscle during step-down test

Electromyographic activity of hamstring muscles during step-down test

Electromyographic activity of quadriceps muscle during step-down test

Secondary outcome measures

Amount of dynamic knee valgus during step-down test measured with motion analysis

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Group I: Closed-Chain exerciseActive Control1 Intervention

4 exercises: 1)Single leg bridge, 2)side plank (with testing side down), 3) single leg squat, 4) banded squat Exercises to be performed with 3 sets of 10 repetitions each. Frequency will be 2 times per week for 6 weeks.

Group II: Open-Chain exerciseActive Control1 Intervention

4 exercises: 1) Side plank (with testing side up), 2) clamshells, 3) front plank with hip extension, 4)wall slide Exercises to be performed with 3 sets of 10 repetitions each. Frequency will be 2 times per week for 6 weeks.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Alvernia UniversityLead Sponsor

3 Previous Clinical Trials

150 Total Patients Enrolled

James M O'Donohue, DPTPrincipal InvestigatorAlvernia University

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Am I eligible to participate in this medical study?

"To be eligible for this research, individuals should display a valgus knee deformity and fall between 18 to 65 years old. A maximum of 10 participants will be accepted into the study."

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Are new participants currently being enrolled in this ongoing clinical trial?

"Indeed, as per clinicaltrials.gov records, this investigation is actively seeking candidates. The trial was initially shared on the platform on March 22nd, 2024 and last revised on March 30th, 2024. Enrollment aims to recruit a total of 10 participants from one designated site."

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Does this study allow participation for individuals older than 20 years of age?

"To qualify for enrollment in this research study, individuals must be between 18 and 65 years of age."

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What is the current number of individuals under observation in this clinical investigation?

"Indeed, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov highlights that this particular trial is actively seeking participants. The trial was initially uploaded on March 22, 2024, and last revised on March 30, 2024. Recruitment aims to include a total of 10 patients from a single designated site."

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Recent research and studies

Journal of Athletic TrainingJournal

Classification of Lower Extremity Movement Patterns Based on Visual Assessment: Reliability and Correlation with 2-dimensional Video Analysis

Harris-Hayes, Marcie, Karen Steger-May, Christine Koh, Nat K. Royer, Valentina Graci, and Gretchen B. Salsich. 2014. “Classification of Lower Extremity Movement Patterns Based on Visual Assessment: Reliability and Correlation with 2-dimensional Video Analysis”. Journal of Athletic Training. Journal of Athletic Training/NATA. doi:10.4085/1062-6050-49.2.21.

clinicaltrials.govStudy

The Effects of Open Chain Versus Closed Chain Strengthening on Dynamic Valgus During a Step Down Test

James O'Donohue 2024. "The Effects of Open Chain Versus Closed Chain Strengthening on Dynamic Valgus During a Step Down Test". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06348836.

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