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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation on Functionality and Pain in Individuals with Patellar Tendinopathy
Sponsor: University of Valencia
Summary
The aim of the present study is to investigate the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) prior to a therapeutic eccentric exercise program on parameters related to pain and functionality in individuals with patellar tendinopathy. For this purpose, participants will be randomly divided into two groups: i) experimental group, receiving tDCS prior to a therapeutic exercise program; and ii) control group, receiving sham tDCS and a therapeutic exercise program. The interventions will last for 8 weeks. Additionally, four assessments will be conducted (baseline, week 4, week 8 and week 12). The variables studied are related to pain, functionality, muscle activity and strength, proprioception, and quality of life.
Official title: Effectiveness of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation on Functionality and Pain in Individuals with Patellar Tendinopathy: Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
42
Start Date
2024-07-01
Completion Date
2027-07-01
Last Updated
2025-02-28
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
tDCS + Therapeutic eccentric exercise
A direct current of 1.5 mA will be applied for 20 minutes to the primary motor cortex (M1) during each session of eccentric exercises.
Sham tDCS + Therapeutic eccentric exercise
The current will be interrupted after 30 seconds.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia
Valencia, Valencia, Spain