CompletedNot Applicable

Feasibility of an Early Progressive Strength Exercise Programme for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture

Denmark16 participantsStarted 2019-10-11

Plain-language summary

The aim of this study is to investigate the feasibility of an early progressive exercise program for patients with Achilles tendon rupture treated non-surgically. The outcomes will concern the patient's acceptability of the intervention, adherence to the intervention and safety of the healing tendon.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 65 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Acute Achilles tendon rupture treated non-surgically * Diagnosed and treatment initiated within 3 days of injury * Age 18-65, able and willing to participate in the intervention * Able to speak and understand Danish Exclusion Criteria: * Insertional Achilles tendon rupture on calcaneus or rupture in the musculo-tendinous junction of the triceps surae * Previous Achilles tendon rupture or other conditions in either leg causing lower leg disability (pain, deficits in strength or range of movement) * Treated with Fluoroquinolones or Corticosteroids within the last 6 months * Diabetes * Severe medical illness: ASA score higher than or equal to 3. (ASA: American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status classification system)

What they're measuring

Acceptability

Timeframe: At 10 week follow-up

Compliance

Timeframe: At 10 week follow-up

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04121377

SponsorAalborg University Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2020-04-30

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