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Investigation of the Effect of Externally vs. Internally Focused Techniques on Thigh Muscle Activation After After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Randomized Assessor-Blinded Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Internally Focused Exercise and Externally Focused Exercise for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
In recent years, it has been shown that different focuses (externally vs. internally focused) used when explaining exercises to patients after knee surgeries affect exercise performance and rehabilitation outcomes. Quadriceps muscle inhibition after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is one of the primary symptoms that should be treated. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different focusing techniques during the rehabilitation exercises after anterior cruciate ligament rehabilitation.
Study Details
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Interventions
While performing the exercises participants will be instructed to focus on the muscle itself.
While performing the exercises participants will be instructed to focus on the external target (towel, target line, etc.)