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NCT07473440
This randomized controlled study investigates the effects of sport-specific training on aerobic adaptation and circulating biomarker responses in trained combat athletes. Exercise induces systemic physiological adaptations through signaling molecules known as exerkines, including myokines and adipokines, which mediate communication between skeletal muscle and other metabolic organs. Forty trained male kickboxers are randomly assigned to either an experimental training group or a control group. The experimental group performs an eight-week sport-specific conditioning program in addition to regular technical training, while the control group maintains their usual training routine. Aerobic capacity is assessed using maximal oxygen uptake (VO₂max). Blood samples are collected before and after the intervention to determine circulating levels of exercise-responsive biomarkers, including myostatin, irisin, apelin, brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), fibroblast growth factor-21 (FGF21), and adiponectin. The primary objective of the study is to evaluate whether changes in circulating biomarker responses are associated with improvements in aerobic performance. The findings may provide insight into the molecular mechanisms underlying exercise-induced physiological adaptation in combat athletes.
NCT07448012
This study evaluates whether a brief, structured team reflection programme embedded within routine elite underwater rugby training is associated with longitudinal change in key psychosocial team over 6 weeks and assessed at baseline (T0), mid-intervention (week 3; T1) and post-intervention (week 6; T2). Outcomes include team cohesion, psychological safety, peer trust and team identification measured via validated questionnaires.
NCT07440745
This study will be Randomized clinical trial and will recruit male/female cricket bowlers aged 18-30yrs. Participants will be randomly divided into two groups and will perform training sessions three times per week for eight weeks. Group A will engage in medicine ball throw training while Group B will participate in resistance band training. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of these two training programs on dynamic strength and bowling accuracy among cricket bowlers.
NCT06719609
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new ankle brace impacts athletic motions. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does it impact motions such as running and cutting? * Is it comfortable? Researchers will compare 5 ankle bracing conditions. Participants will: * Perform a running activity * Perform a cutting activity * Complete a survey
NCT07356427
This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of an 8-week virtual reality (VR) tennis training intervention on psychological outcomes among Chinese university tennis players. A total of 180 participants were randomly assigned to either a VR training group (n=90) using Meta Quest 2 headsets or a traditional training control group (n=90). The VR group received immersive tennis training twice weekly for 60 minutes per session, while the control group received equivalent traditional coaching. Primary outcomes included self-efficacy, flow experience, embodied cognition, and intention to use, measured at baseline and post-intervention. Secondary analyses examined whether self-efficacy and flow experience mediated the relationship between VR training and intention to use. The study aimed to provide evidence for the effectiveness of VR technology in sports training and to elucidate the psychological mechanisms underlying VR training benefits.
NCT07329348
This study will be randomized clinical trial and will recruit male soccer players aged 18-30yrs.Participants will be randomly divided into two groups with each group performing their program 3 times per week for 8 weeks.Group A will engage in Accentuated Eccentric resistance training ,using resistance bands and Group B will participate in Concentric Reistance training ,with similar resistance bands.
NCT07252778
The aim of this project is to evaluate and identify the effect of a short-term 2-week multi-strain probiotic (MPRO) supplementation on the exercise-associated gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and perturbations in high level female athletes of the Polish national team during strictly controlled conditions of a training camp, based on recommendations for best practices for probiotic (PRO) research in athletes and assessment of EX-associated GI perturbations.
NCT05989815
Introduction: Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) is based on the emission of light ranging from red to near-infrared spectra by different devices based on diode lasers or light-emitting diodes. These devices emitting different wavelengths can increase mitochondrial activity and energy synthesis (ATP - adenosine triphosphate) that in turn can help to prevent muscle damage, decrease muscle fatigue and enhance muscle performance. Thus, PBMT can be a promising therapeutic resource in the sports field. Objectives: The aim of this study is to verify the effect of PBMT on the muscle performance and prevention of muscle damage and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in professional soccer players submitted to a muscle damage protocol. Methodology: The present study is a randomized sham-controlled clinical trial following the CONSORT guidelines.
NCT05821699
Patients experiencing sports medicine-related injuries are particularly vulnerable to developing both chronic pain and experiencing prolonged opioid use. This multiarmed randomized controlled trial will quantify the impact of integrating Life Care Specialists, and pain management-focused paraprofessionals, have on increasing access to multimodal pain management approaches and subsequently optimizing both patient-reported pain-related outcomes and objective measures of activity. Life Care Specialists work with patients and clinicians on implementing non-pharmacological pain management approaches, specifically teaching participants how to implement mindfulness-based skills into their recovery, systematically conducting standardized biopsychosocial pain assessments, and coordinating care. By developing a toolbox of pain management approaches with the support of the Life Care Specialist, patients are well positioned to incorporate evidence-based pain management approaches into their recovery that result in improved psychosocial functioning and reduced opioid medication utilization. In total, 150 individuals with sports medicine injuries will be randomized to one of two intervention arms where they will work with a Life Care Specialist in person or over telehealth or receive standard-of-care written postoperative instructions for pain management. Patient-reported outcomes, objective actigraphy movement outcomes captured using wrist-based watches, and opioid utilization captured using medication event monitoring system (MEMS) caps will be evaluated over 3-months postoperatively for a total of 4 study visits.
NCT07181044
Background: Regular physical activity exerts systemic health benefits that extend to redox homeostasis and antioxidant defense mechanisms. Ischemia-modified albumin (IMA) and total sulfhydryl groups (-SH) are increasingly recognized as sensitive biomarkers reflecting oxidative protein modification and thiol-dependent antioxidant capacity, respectively. However, data on their interplay in young women engaged in structured exercise remain scarce. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effects of regular exercise on serum IMA and -SH concentrations in healthy young women, thereby providing insights into exercise-induced redox remodeling and sex-specific physiological adaptations. Methods: A cross-sectional design was employed involving 30 healthy women aged 18-25 years. Participants were divided into an exercise group (n = 15), who had performed structured training ≥3 sessions per week for at least one year, and a control group (n = 15) with no structured exercise history. Venous blood samples were collected after overnight fasting. Serum IMA was quantified using the albumin-cobalt binding assay, and -SH concentrations were determined via the Ellman method. All analyses were performed in duplicate under standardized laboratory conditions. Independent samples t-tests were applied, and effect sizes (Cohen's d) were calculated with 95% confidence intervals.
NCT07163468
This study investigated how anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries affect not only the knee joint but also brain activity, reaction speed, and psychological readiness to return to sports. A total of 60 male athletes, aged 18 to 30 years, were evaluated in three groups: healthy athletes, athletes who had undergone primary ACL reconstruction, and athletes who had undergone revision ACL reconstruction. The study measured brain activity with electroencephalography (EEG), reaction time with a computer-based test, and psychological status with standardized questionnaires. The findings showed that athletes with revision ACL surgery had more difficulties in attention control, slower reaction times, and greater psychological barriers compared to the other groups. These results suggest that ACL injuries and surgeries may influence not only physical recovery but also brain function and psychological readiness. The study highlights the importance of considering neuromuscular, cognitive, and emotional aspects when planning rehabilitation and return-to-sport decisions.
NCT07150312
This study aims to investigate the long-term effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) on esports performance through a 12-week three-arm randomized controlled trial, and to examine the sustainability of these effects during a follow-up period after intervention cessation. Additionally, we seek to compare the differential impacts of these two exercise modalities on various dimensions of esports performance, thereby providing evidence-based guidance for esports training regimens and enhancing our understanding of the underlying mechanisms by which different exercise approaches influence cognitive and motor capabilities essential for competitive gaming.
NCT07092930
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study aims to evaluate the potential synergistic effect of beta-alanine (BA) and sodium bicarbonate (SB) supplementation, compared to their separate administration or placebo (PL), on physical performance and selected blood biochemical markers in highly trained female basketball players.
NCT07062926
This study compares the effectiveness of Spencer Muscle Energy Technique and Post Facilitation Stretch in reducing shoulder pain in 32 fast bowlers aged 18-35. Participants will receive treatment three times a week for four weeks. Pain, shoulder mobility, and functional ability will be measured before and after the intervention to identify the more effective technique
NCT06771076
There is a high prevalence of chronic pain in our society, which is detrimental at an individual and country level. Cannabidiol (CBD) has been proposed as a promising treatment for chronic pain, although more high-quality studies are needed in this area. On the other hand, triathlon, running, cycling, and swimming are sports modalities that have an increasing professionalism and importance, albeit not exempt from injuries. The main goal of this study is to assess the effectiveness of a topical treatment for recurrent chronic pain caused by tendinopathies with a cream containing CBD in triathletes, runners, cyclists, and swimmers. Consequently, the research question for this study is the following: Can the CBD cream be effective in treating chronic pain? The investigators hypothesize that the cream will be able to affect the pain, both in the short and the long term. The study will be interventional, with a crossover, randomized, and double-blinded design. Two groups of participants will be generated, as well as two treatment options (CBD cream, and a similar one without the CBD). The subjects will apply one of the treatments for one month, followed by a wash-out week without any cream application, and another month with the other treatment. During these weeks, different parameters will be controlled via online questionnaires. The analyzed variables will include the following: Chronic pain, acute pain, wellness, perceived exertion, quality of life, and satisfaction with the treatment. Different statistical tests will be applied to the collected data, comparing their means and correlations to infer the results.
NCT06955091
Badminton is one of the most popular sports worldwide. In general, badminton jumping actions have two goals: achieve maximum height and reach a precise location using certain body movements. Both objectives are important in badminton and must be considered when conducting practical training sessions and imparting techniques. The players should have agility to move on the court forward sideward and backward to do many actions with high speed. They require sports specific training to achieve power, stability and agility in the ground for a powerful performance. Contrast strength training is multi-intervention programs and it has a certain influence on agility, power and speed. A sample size of 48 badminton players from Pakistan Sports Board, university level and badminton club players will be taken through Non-Probability Convenience Sampling technique. Sample size of players with age group between 17-28 years will be taken. Players will be selected on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria and will be equally divided into two groups by random number generator table. Group A experimental group will perform contrast strength training. Group B participants of the control group will follow their standard badminton practice over the same duration with no strength training design. Before and after completion of the respective training agility and power will be assessed through t-test and vertical jump test. For explosive speed 40-yard dash will be performed. Data will be analyzed by using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for Windows Version 25.
NCT06985797
The FunFitness Program was developed in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association and it includes measures of flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic Olympics. The program is designed to be delivered by physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and students of these respective disciplines. The participating Special Olympics athletes and their coaches and families are made aware of any physical limitations identified during the screen, and both educational and therapeutic interventions are provided. Athletes who are identified as having significant limitations may receive a referral for formal physical therapy services or physician visit if indicated. Regular exercise is essential for physical and cognitive health, particularly in females. The FunFitness program, a novel exercise approach that incorporates music tempo, has gained popularity among gym-goers. This study will investigate the effects of the FunFitness program with music tempo on perceived exertion, flexibility, balance, and cognition in gym-going females. This study design will be Randomized clinical trial. Forty-five gym-going females aged 18-30 who are consistently going to gym from previous six months will randomly assigned to the FunFitness program with fast music tempo, slow music tempo and no music group. The FunFitness program with music tempo was conducted three times a week for 6 weeks. In this study researcher will use RPE and Feeling scale for perceived exertion .Sit and Reach Flexibility Test and V-Sit to measure flexibility.
NCT06708312
The goal of this clinical trial is to study the use of ear acupuncture in 12 minutes running test on third semester of cadets of Medical Faculty, Indonesia Defense University, between intervention and sham group. The outcome measure are heart rate, blood pressure, running distance, intensity and VAS RPE also VAS leg intensity.
NCT06943079
A randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of Hold Relax Technique (HRT) with and without Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) on pain, range of motion (ROM), and functional disability in patients with post-operative ACL rehabilitation. This study includes all types of genders with age limit is 25-45 years. But the aim is to infer the answers to the following questions; Does HRT has better effects than HRT with BFR? How much effect should be noted ? The research will show that if both HRT and HRT with BFR groups had significant pain reduction, the HRT with BFR group demonstrated greater ROM improvement and significant enhancement in functional ability compared to the HRT and control groups.
NCT06939218
This request pertains to a series of related projects on a common theme. Specifically, this set of projects aims to analyze the impact of new alternatives in materials and structures of artificial turf on athlete performance and perception, within the context of the elimination of microplastics as per Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 of September 25, 2023. Third-generation sports artificial turf is notable for including performance infill (granules) that provide the necessary functionality and safety for sports practice. The vast majority of fields worldwide use materials that do not comply with the new European regulation, which has granted an eight-year moratorium. Therefore, there is little time to find new alternatives. The challenge lies not only in developing new structural solutions but also in understanding their impact on athletes. This issue is of high severity, as these sports facilities are the largest in terms of space and host the highest number of Physical Activity and Sports practitioners in Europe (mainly Football, Rugby, Hockey, and Padel). For this reason, over the past year, the IGOID Group has requested various projects to cover all the necessary phases and nuances to address this issue. The activities included in these projects are divided into two phases: Phase 1: Evaluation of Sports Surfaces in the Laboratory (durability and surface-player and surface-ball interaction). Tests will be conducted on artificial turf samples constructed with SBR rubber (the main material to be replaced under the EU regulation), natural-origin infills, polymeric infills larger than 5 mm, and other infills. Initially, a market analysis and classification will be carried out, followed by laboratory tests. Across all projects, a minimum of 30 alternatives are expected to be analyzed. Phase 2: Field Study. Tests will be conducted on a sample of athletes on constructed surfaces representing the different alternatives evaluated in Phase 1. Performance tests and a battery of assessments will be carried out to understand athlete perception. A sample of 30 athletes will be randomly divided into groups to perform different repetitions of the test batteries, covering a minimum of six different sports facilities.