Assessing quality of life in young gymnasts recovering from injuries
Official title: Quality of Life and Life Satisfaction in Pediatric and Adolescent Gymnasts Through Injury
Run by University of Colorado, Denver · NCT05110729 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how recovering from injuries affects the quality of life and happiness of young gymnasts aged 8-18.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 8 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1218 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Colorado, Denver Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Denver, Colorado) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 12, 2021 |
| Main results expected | November 2026 |
| Study ends | November 2026 |
| Registry record updated | April 2, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05110729 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are male and female gymnasts aged 8-18 years involved in Excel or Developmental gymnastics programs with a current musculoskeletal injury.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are retired gymnasts, adult or collegiate gymnasts, or those participating only in recreational gymnastics may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the quality of life and life satisfaction among pediatric and adolescent gymnasts aged 8-18 years who are recovering from musculoskeletal injuries. Participants will be recruited from Children's Hospital Colorado sports medicine or orthopedic clinics. The study focuses on understanding how injuries impact the overall well-being of young athletes during their recovery process.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into improving support and rehabilitation strategies for young gymnasts recovering from injuries.
How similar studies have gone: While there may be studies on quality of life in athletes, this specific focus on pediatric gymnasts recovering from injuries is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female gymnasts ages 8-18 years old * Participating in Excel or Developmental gymnastics programs who present to Children's Hospital Colorado sports medicine or orthopedic clinics with a musculoskeletal injury. Exclusion Criteria: * Gymnasts only participating in Colorado Association for Recreational Athletics (CARA) gymnastics, retired gymnasts, and adult or collegiate gymnasts. * Vulnerable populations (prisoners, pregnant women, individuals with decreased decision making capacity(
Where it's running
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Children's Hospital Colorado
Denver, Colorado, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Emily Sweeney, MD — Children's Hospital Colorado
- Study coordinator: Casey Little, BS
- Email: casey.little@childrenscolorado.org
- Phone: 7207770109
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.