Influencing Factors of Acute Achilles Tendinopathy in Runners
Achilles TendinopathyAchilles tendinopathy is highly prevalent in runners, but its evolution is not easily predictable. The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of clinical and social factors on the prognosis of acute (less than 3 months) Achilles tendinopathy in runners. Runners will be evaluated in person twice. At their first visit, data related to their training (frequency, intensity, ...), their running pattern (cadence, foot contact angle) and shoes (minimalist index) will be collected. Moreover, an ultrasound evaluation of Achilles tendon will be performed. At one, two and three months after their initial evaluation, participants will receive a link to complete an online survey about their pain. Three months after their initial evaluation, a second ultrasound of Achilles tendon will be performed.
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Participation Requirements
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Sex:
ALL -
Eligible Ages:
18 and up
Participation Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Have Achilles tendon pain for less than three months
* Run at least five kilometers per week
* Have a score on the Victorian Institute of Sports Assessment of Achilles tendinopathy of 80 or less
* Consent to the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of Achilles tendon surgery or rupture
Study Location
Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (CIRRIS)
Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (CIRRIS)Quebec City, Quebec
Canada
Contact Study Team
- Study Sponsored By
- Laval University
- Participants Required
- More Information
- Study ID:
NCT05677204