Effects of Battle Rope Training Program On Bocce Throwing In Young Adaptive Bocce Players

NCT06955065 | Recruiting DMC

• 1 other identifier: REC/RCR&AHS/24/KHADIJA KIRAN
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 18
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of battle rope training in enhancing athletic performance among young adaptive bocce players aged 10 to 18 years. A total of 18 participants with physical disabilities qualifying them for adaptive sports, capable of following instructions and without recent injuries or surgeries, will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group undergoing structured battle rope training or a control group continuing regular bocce training. The 8-week intervention, conducted three times per week, focuses on improving upper body strength, endurance, and coordination. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include bocce throwing accuracy and distance, grip strength, number of rope slams in a set time, and shoulder endurance, with a dynamometer used to measure strength metrics. Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 23 to determine the impact of battle rope training on performance and fitness in adaptive sports

Conditions

Special Senses Disorders

Keywords

Battle training; bocce throwing; adaptive sports; upper body strength; coordination

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (4)

• Bocce Throwing Performance

  Bocce throwing performance refers to a player's ability to accurately and consistently throw balls close to the target assessed by precision, distance control, and consistency. Performance measures are considered valid as they reflect actual game skills and reliable due to consistent outcomes under similar conditions.

  baseline,6th week

• Grip Strength measurement bt Dynamometer

  Calibrated dynamometer is used to measure the grip strength. participant s elbow should be at 90-degree angle and positioned at the side of their body. ensure that hand is neutral position and thumb facing up. Instruct the participant to squeeze the dynamometer handle about 3 to 5 seconds. Repeat the measurement three times for each hand, with rest period of 30 seconds.

  baseline,6th week

• Rope slams in 30 seconds

  Ensure the battle rope is 20m long 1.5cm in diameter and securely anchored. The participant stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding one end of the rope in each hand with fully extended arms in front of body ,slightly bend knees and straight back .On commands , go the the participant will start performing alternating rope slams as quickly and forcefully as possible .Count the number of complete slams within 30 seconds period. Test -retest reliability of upper body was reported by ICC within day sessions. The within day ICC for upper body power was 0.890.

  baseline,6th week

• upper Limb Functional Index

  upper Limb Functional Index: The upper limb functional index is a tool to assess functional limitation in the upper limb, particularly the shoulder ,elbow, forearm and hand.it consist of a questionnaire that evaluate the difficulty individuals have with various activities of daily living due to upper limb impairment . Test-retest reliability and consistency of Upper limb functional index was good internal consistency was within range of 0.75 to 0.95. An ICC value ≥ 0.70 would support the test-retest reliability of the Upper limb functional test

  baseline,6th week

Study Arms (2)

Battle Rope Training

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in the experimental group will undergo a structured battle rope training program. Total duration is 8 weeks and perform 3 session per week, for 30 seconds with 10 second rest period. The program will progressively increase in intensity and complexity to challenge participants' upper body strength, coordination, and endurance, intensity and complexity to challenge participants' upper body strength, coordination and endurance

Other: battle rope training

Bocce Throwing

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Participants in the control group will engage in regular bocce training sessions as per their usual routine. These sessions will focus on standard bocce drills and techniques without additional battle rope exercise .A warm up activity used in every training session and a proper warm-up should include Aerobic activity and Dynamic stretching for 15 to 20 repetitions of each exercise.

Other: Bocce Throwing

Interventions

battle rope training OTHER

Battle rope training is a dynamic, high-intensity exercise involving heavy ropes to improve strength, endurance, and coordination. It primarily targets the upper body, including the shoulders, arms, and core, through rhythmic, wave-like movements. This training is adaptable and effective for enhancing functional fitness in both general and adaptive athletes.

Battle Rope Training

Bocce Throwing OTHER

Participants in the control group will engage in regular bocce training sessions as per their usual routine. These sessions will focus on standard bocce drills and techniques without additional battle rope exercise. A warm- up activity used in every training session and a proper warm-up should include Aerobic activity and Dynamic stretching . 15 to 20 repetitions of each exercise.

Bocce Throwing

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 10 Years - 16 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)

You may qualify if:

• Young adaptive bocce players aged between 10 to 16 years.
• Diagnosed with a disability that qualifies them for adaptive sports participation.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions related to the study protocol

You may not qualify if:

• Recent injuries or surgeries that affect upper body function or overall physical activity.
• Non-compliance with the study protocol or inability to participate regularly in training sessions
• Severe cognitive impairments that hinder understanding of instructions and participation in assessment

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Riphah International University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Rising Sun Insititute

Lahore, Punjab Province, 54900, Pakistan

RECRUITING

Related Publications (1)

• Chen WH, Yang WW, Lee YH, Wu HJ, Huang CF, Liu C. Acute Effects of Battle Rope Exercise on Performance, Blood Lactate Levels, Perceived Exertion, and Muscle Soreness in Collegiate Basketball Players. J Strength Cond Res. 2020 Oct;34(10):2857-2866. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000002661.

  PMID: 30024481 BACKGROUND

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Sensation Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neurologic Manifestations; Nervous System Diseases; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

• khadija kiran, MS-PPT

  Riphah International University

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

imran amjad, phd

CONTACT

9233224390125; imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk

muhmmad asif javed, MS-PT

CONTACT

923224209422; a.javed@riphah.edu.pk

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Purpose: OTHER
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Model Details: This study will be randomized controlled trial. It will include 18 young adaptive bocce players aged 10 to 18 years who meet the inclusion criteria, such as having a physical disability that qualifies them for adaptive sports, being able to understand and follow instruction, and having no recent injuries or surgeries that would contraindicated exercise. Participant will be randomly assigned to either the experimental group, which will undergo a structured battle rope training or the control group which will continue with their regular bocce training regimen. The battle rope training program will be designed to enhance upper body strength, endurance, and coordination and will be conducted three times a week for 8 weeks.pre and post intervention will include

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 24, 2025
• First Posted: May 2, 2025
• Study Start: February 15, 2025
• Primary Completion: July 15, 2025
• Study Completion: July 31, 2025
• Last Updated: May 25, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

PA (1)