Soft Tissue Physical Properties in Long-Distance Runners

The Relationship Between Running Form, Soft Tissue Physical Properties, and Injury in Long-Distance Runners

Status

Not yet recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Observational

Source

ClinicalTrials.gov

Registry ID

NCT06607315

Enrollment

Registered

2024-09-23

Start date

2024-10-15

Completion date

2025-01-15

Last updated

2024-10-10

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Conditions

Runner

Keywords

soft tissue, injury, running

Brief summary

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

OTHERphysical 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.

OTHERAnalysis 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.

Study design

Observational model

OTHER

Time perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

ALL

Age

25 Years to 35 Years

Healthy volunteers

Yes

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

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame	Description
myoton pro device	3 months	the physical properties of the tendon will be measure
running form analysis	3 months	High-speed camera systems will be used to analyze biomechanical parameter of lower extremity

Countries

Turkey (Türkiye)

Contacts

Primary ContactGamze Aydın, PhD

gmzetsn@gmail.com5377600256

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026