Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Superimposed or Not on Voluntary Contraction After Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: a Randomized Controlled Trial
40 patients around the world
Available in Brazil
Federal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre
40Patients around the world
Requirements for the patient
To 40 Years
All Gender
Medical requirements
Individuals of both genders, aged between 18 and 40 years, scheduled for ACL reconstruction surgery during the data collection period.
Failure to attend the pre-surgery assessment session.
Delay of more than 7 days after surgery to initiate the rehabilitation program proposed by the study.
Presence of injuries related to the rupture of the ACL that hinder partial weight-bearing in the first week after surgery, either due to medical recommendation or the patient inability/disposition.
SponsorFederal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre