Aquatic Versus Land-Based Plyometric Exercises on Vertical Jump Performance and Landing Mechanics

NCT07081854 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: P.T.REC/012/005756
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 60
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This study will will be conducted to investigate the effect of aquatic versus land-based plyometric training on vertical jump performance, landing mechanics, quadriceps and hamstring muscles isometric strength in Basketball Players?

Conditions

Healthy

Keywords

Basketball Players; Plyometric Exercises; Vertical Jump Performance; Landing Mechanics

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Vertical Jump height

  Vertical jump height will be assessed using the My Jump smartphone application. This app utilizes the phone's camera and software to analyze jump height and velocity, providing additional data on jump performance.

  up to 6 weeks

• vertival jumb velocity

  Vertical jump velocity will be assessed using the My Jump smartphone application. This app utilizes the phone's camera and software to analyze jump height and velocity, providing additional data on jump performance.

  up to 6 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Landing Error Scoring System

  up to 6 weeks

• Quadriceps and hamstring strength

  up to 6 weeks

Study Arms (3)

Land-Based Plyometric Training

EXPERIMENTAL

20 Participants will perform traditional plyometric exercises on land (e.g., box jumps, depth jumps, jump squats)

Other: Land-Based Plyometric Training

Aquatic Plyometric Training

EXPERIMENTAL

20 Participants will perform plyometric exercises in a shallow pool (water depth ranging from the xiphoid process to just below it . The exercises will include water jump squats, water box jumps, and other water-resisted plyometric movements.

Other: Aquatic Plyometric Training

General conditioning exercises

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

20 Participants will follow general conditioning exercises

Other: General conditioning exercises

Interventions

Land-Based Plyometric Training OTHER

Participants will perform traditional plyometric exercises on land aimed at improving lower-body power and neuromuscular performance. Exercises: 1. Box Jumps: Jumping onto a box of progressively higher levels to build explosive strength. 2. Depth Jumps: Stepping off a box and immediately jumping vertically upon landing. 3. Jump Squats: Explosive vertical jumps starting from a squat position. 4. Lateral Bounding: Jumping side-to-side to enhance lateral agility. 5. Broad Jumps: Maximal horizontal jumps for distance. 6. Tuck Jumps: Jumping while bringing knees to the chest in mid-air.

Land-Based Plyometric Training

Aquatic Plyometric Training OTHER

Participants will perform plyometric exercises in a shallow pool, with the water depth fixed at the xiphoid process level (chest height). Greater peak mechanical power was observed for jumps performed in the water and was influenced by immersion depth. Exercises: 1. Box Jumps: Jumping onto a box of progressively higher levels to build explosive strength. 2. Depth Jumps: Stepping off a box and immediately jumping vertically upon landing. 3. Jump Squats: Explosive vertical jumps starting from a squat position. 4. Lateral Bounding: Jumping side-to-side to enhance lateral agility. 5. Broad Jumps: Maximal horizontal jumps for distance. 6. Tuck Jumps: Jumping while bringing knees to the chest in mid-air. Key Points: * Encouraged to perform movements explosively while applying maximal effort. * Proper execution is emphasized to maintain biomechanical integrity even in the water environment. * Water temperature: 25-28 °

Aquatic Plyometric Training

General conditioning exercises OTHER

Participants will follow a general conditioning routine that does not include plyometric exercises. Exercises: 1. Bodyweight squats. 2. Lunges. 3. Core stability exercises (e.g., planks, bridges). 4. General cardio activities such as light jogging or cycling.

General conditioning exercises

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 30 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Age: 18 to 30 years old .
• Plyometric Training Experience: At least one year of prior experience in plyometric or athletic training.

You may not qualify if:

• Participation in any other exercise programs outside the experimental one (e.g., gymnastics).
• History of severe musculoskeletal injuries or surgeries within the past 6 months.
• Any medical conditions that would contraindicate plyometric exercise (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory conditions).

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Cairo University: lead

Central Study Contacts

Mohamed Abdelaziz, Master

CONTACT

0 11 24348662; Mohamed3afifi1@Gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Masking Details: sealed envelopes
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: principle investigator : mohamed sayed abdelaziz mohamed

Model Details: Study group I and Study group II

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: July 2, 2025
• First Posted: July 23, 2025
• Study Start: July 30, 2025
• Primary Completion: May 10, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): July 15, 2026
• Last Updated: July 23, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-07