Upper Extremity Performance, Balance and Core Endurance in Adolescent Soccer Players

NCT06671080 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: adolescent soccer players
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 52
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world with a large number of players under the age of 18. High physical demands, frequent changes in exercise intensity and a large number of movement profiles require optimal physical capacity for both adult and child players in soccer. Physical Performance Tests (PPT) are used to provide a detailed overview of functional status, to predict injury or to decide on return to sport. Physical performance is assessed using closed or open kinetic chain tests; however, in athletic populations, closed kinetic chain PTs may allow for more comprehensive assessments than open kinetic chain PTs. The continuity of the kinetic chain is required for biomechanically and kinesiologically correct performance of upper extremity functions during daily life activities. The kinetic chain is a system that enables different body parts to produce and transfer power in coordination. The system creates minimal stress, maximal power generation and transfer in the kinetic chain, thus supporting the movement in the distal segments. In order to ensure minimal loss in power transfer between the extremities and trunk, trunk stabilization with a strong core is required. Athletic performance can be assessed by functional, agility, speed and power tests involving the extremities or the whole body. According to the kinetic chain theory, a "break in the chain" can lead to a decrease in optimal force production and a decrease in performance. The relationship between balance, strength and endurance parameters can provide a basis for the assessment of injury risks and the development of preventive programs. In the literature, it has been suggested that factors related to strength and functionality of the upper extremity may be related to endurance and performance. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between upper extremity performance, balance and core endurance in adolescent soccer players.

Conditions

Sports Physical Therapy

Keywords

Upper Extremity Performance; Balance; Core Endurance; Soccer

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test

  It is used to assess upper extremity strength, endurance and closed kinetic chain. The test is performed as follows: In the push-up position, the distance between the two hands is adjusted to 90 cm, then one hand is extended towards the other hand and the number of repetitions completed within 15 s is recorded. The test is repeated 3 times. A rest period of 45 s is allowed between tests to avoid fatigue caused by high intensity activity (1:3 activity/rest ratio).

  through study completion, an average of 6 months.

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Upper Quarter Y Balance Test

  through study completion, an average of 6 months.

• Star Excursion Balance Test

  through study completion, an average of 6 months.

• Mcgill Core Endurance Test

  through study completion, an average of 6 months.

Study Arms (1)

Assessment Group

EXPERIMENTAL

All of the tests planned to be used in the study will be applied to adolescent amateur soccer players who meet the inclusion criteria.

Diagnostic Test: Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test

Interventions

Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

All of these tests planned to be used in the study will be applied to adolescent amateur soccer players who meet the inclusion criteria.

Also known as: Upper Quarter Y Balance Test, Star Excursion Balance Test, Mcgill Core Endurance Test

Assessment Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 13 Years - 16 Years
• Gender Eligibility Details: Amateur male soccer players between the ages of 13-16
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)

You may qualify if:

• Athletes between the ages of 13-16
• Be actively playing amateur football for at least 1 year in any football team
• Playing soccer regularly for 60 minutes at least 3 days a week

You may not qualify if:

• A shoulder problem in the last three months,
• He plays in the goalkeeper position,
• Not having any disease (cardiac, orthopedic or neurological) that may prevent participation in the study,
• Having circulatory problems such as varicose veins,
• Surgical history in the last 6 months,
• Receiving any other physiotherapy treatment,
• The presence of symptoms such as vertigo,
• Presence of complaints in the musculoskeletal system of the elbow, wrist, hand and trunk and lower extremities

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Biruni University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Biruni University

Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34015, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Study Officials

• Zeynep HOŞBAY, PHD

  Biruni University

  STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Assistant Professor

Model Details: In the study, quantitative evaluation tests will be conducted and numerical data will be obtained.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: October 16, 2024
• First Posted: November 4, 2024
• Study Start: April 17, 2024
• Primary Completion: October 18, 2024
• Study Completion: October 18, 2024
• Last Updated: November 4, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-10

Locations

TU (1)