Standardizing Reporting Practices for Isokinetic Testing: a Delphi Study

NCT06733116 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: Delph-iso
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 30
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

Isokinetic testing plays a crucial role in research and clinical practice, particularly for evaluating muscle strength, functional performance, and imbalances between muscle groups in fields such as rehabilitation, sports medicine, and orthopedics. Despite its widespread use, there is no international consensus on how to standardize protocols or report results, leading to significant variability in methodologies, measurement parameters, and data presentation. This Delphi method study aims to develop a consensus framework for standardizing the reporting of isokinetic testing data, ensuring consistency and comparability in research and clinical practices.

Conditions

Developing a Consensus Framework to Standardize Isokinetic Testing Data Reporting

Keywords

isokinetic; Delphi method; strength assessment

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Consensus on Key Elements for Standardized Reporting of Isokinetic Testing

  The proportion of agreement among experts on the key elements to include in a standardized framework for reporting isokinetic testing data, as determined by the final round of the Delphi process. Agreement will be defined as at least 80% agreement (4 or 5 on a 5 -level Likert scale, minimum=1 maximum=5, 5 corresponding to 'strongly agree')

  At the completion of the final Delphi round (approximately 6 months).

Secondary Outcomes (8)

• Open Survey to Inform Delphi Rounds

  At the end of the first Delphi round (approximately 2 month)

• Prioritization of Reporting Items

  During intermediate Delphi rounds (approximately 3-4 months).

• Years of Professional Practice

  At the beginning of the Delphi process (baseline).

• Academic Contributions

  At the beginning of the Delphi process (baseline).

• Geographic Distribution of Expert Panel Participants

  At the beginning of the Delphi process (baseline).

Study Arms (1)

Group of experts in the field of isokinetic testing

A panel of experts in isokinetic testing, including physicians, physiotherapists, kinesiologists and exercise physiologists with significant expertise and recognition, will participate in a Delphi process to establish a consensus on standardizing data reporting.

Other: Delphi method survey

Interventions

Delphi method survey OTHER

This intervention involves a Delphi method study, where a panel of experts in isokinetic testing will collaborate to reach a consensus on best practices for standardizing the reporting of isokinetic test data. Unlike other clinical studies, this intervention focuses on gathering expert opinions iteratively to establish a unified framework for data reporting, without direct clinical or experimental treatment. The process includes multiple rounds of feedback, refining key elements related to testing protocols, measurement parameters, and result presentation, ensuring broad expertise from various fields such as medicine, rehabilitation, and biomechanics.

Group of experts in the field of isokinetic testing

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population includes a diverse group of experts such as physicians, physiotherapists, kinesiologists, and sport physiologists. These professionals are selected for their expertise in isokinetic testing and its application in clinical practice, rehabilitation, and sports science. The panel aims to represent a broad range of perspectives to ensure a comprehensive and standardized framework for reporting isokinetic testing data.

You may qualify if:

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in isokinetic testing, such as research, clinical practice, or equipment design.
• Clinicians, researchers, educators, or professionals with relevant expertise in rehabilitation, sports medicine, biomechanics, or related fields.
• At least 5 peer-reviewed publication (first author) or equivalent contribution in the field of isokinetic testing or related domains.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Agreement to participate in all Delphi rounds and provide informed consent.
• Ability to communicate and provide responses in the language used for the study (English).

You may not qualify if:

• Professionals with conflicts of interest that could bias their contributions, such as direct financial ties to specific isokinetic testing equipment manufacturers.
• Inability or unwillingness to commit to the iterative Delphi process, including providing timely responses to questionnaires.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• University Hospital, Caen: lead
• INSERM UMR U1075 Comète GIP Cyceron, unicaen, Caen Normandie: collaborator

Related Publications (2)

• Schindler IFSR, Pontes SS, Bertoni MBM, Junior GF, Junior BRN, de Jesus FLA, Neto MG. A Systematic Review of Isokinetic Muscle Strength in a Healthy Population With Special Reference to Age and Gender. Sports Health. 2023 May;15(3):328-332. doi: 10.1177/19417381221146258. Epub 2023 Jan 16.

  PMID: 36645122 BACKGROUND

• Wilk KE, Arrigo CA, Davies GJ. Isokinetic Testing: Why it is More Important Today than Ever. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Apr 1;19(4):374-380. doi: 10.26603/001c.95038. eCollection 2024.

  PMID: 38576833 BACKGROUND

Central Study Contacts

Joffrey DRIGNY, MD PhD

CONTACT

+33 0231064892; drigny-j@chu-caen.fr

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Assistant Professor, Consultant Physician

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 9, 2024
• First Posted: December 13, 2024
• Study Start: January 1, 2025
• Primary Completion: August 1, 2025
• Study Completion: October 1, 2025
• Last Updated: December 17, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-12