Soft Tissue Physical Properties in Long-Distance Runners
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In plain language
An automatic summary of structured registry data. It is an orientation aid, not a substitute for the official protocol or a physician assessment.
- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: physical properties of soft tissue, Analysis of Running Form.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Runner. Basic parameters: 25 years — 35 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Official title
The Relationship Between Running Form, Soft Tissue Physical Properties, and Injury in Long-Distance Runners
Overview
The aim of this study is to investigate in greater depth the effects of different running forms on soft tissue physical properties in long-distance runners and the relationship of this to injury risk. By doing so, the study seeks to provide new insights into the pathophysiology of running injuries and develop more effective injury prevention strategies.
Detailed description
This study is expected to reveal the effects of different running forms on soft tissue physical properties in long-distance runners and the relationship of these effects to injury risk.
Running analysis will be conducted by recording 30-second videos of participants during their runs, and tests will be performed using the MyotonePro device on predetermined areas. Before the evaluations, all participants will be informed about the study's objectives and their verbal informed consent will be obtained.
Interventions
- Other physical properties of soft tissue
Using the Myoton Pro device, the physical properties such as elasticity and viscosity of the Achilles tendon, patellar tendon, gastrocnemius, quadriceps, and hamstring muscles will be measured. - Other Analysis of Running Form
High-speed camera systems will be used to analyze biomechanical parameters in detail, such as angular movements of the lower extremity joints (tibia, ankle, knee, hip), step length, and ground contact time during running. These analyses will allow us to objectively characterize different running forms.
Primary outcome measures
- myoton pro device [Time frame: 3 months]
- running form analysis [Time frame: 3 months]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- individuals who have been regularly running long distances for at least 1 year,
- between the ages of 25 and 35,
- classified as amateur athletes
Exclusion criteria
- Having undergone orthopedic surgery involving the lower extremity
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
Study locations
Turkey (Türkiye) · 1 center
- Gamze Aydın — Istanbul
Identifiers
NCT: NCT06607315 · IstanbulOkanUn