Assessing shoulder rotation issues in professional volleyball players
Prevalence of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit Among Selected Professional Athletes
This study looks at how common shoulder rotation problems are in top Egyptian volleyball players to see if their intense overhead movements during games are causing injuries.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06416917 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to determine the prevalence of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit (GIRD) among elite Egyptian volleyball players from selected clubs in Egypt. It focuses on the impact of repetitive overhead movements in volleyball, particularly during the spike attack, which can lead to shoulder injuries. The study will utilize a bubble inclinometer to measure shoulder range of motion and identify any deficits. By analyzing the data, the researchers hope to gain insights into the frequency of shoulder issues in this athletic population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are elite male and female volleyball players aged 14 to 30 with a BMI between 18.5 to 24.9, currently playing for selected clubs in Egypt.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of shoulder surgery, significant upper limb injuries, or inflammatory joint diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help in developing targeted prevention and rehabilitation strategies for shoulder injuries in volleyball players.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific population, similar studies have shown that understanding shoulder mechanics in athletes can lead to improved injury prevention strategies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. A professional volleyball Egyptian athlete who are playing in the selected clubs around Egypt; the four clubs in Alexandria (Smouha sporting club, Alex sporting club, Ittihad club and Horse owners club) and the three clubs in Cairo (Egyptian shooting club, wadi degla club, Zamalek club). 2\. Elite Male and female volleyball players with BMI between (18.5 to 24.9) kg/m². 3\. Their age range is between 14 to 30 years old Exclusion Criteria: * 1\. Athletes who have a history of shoulder surgery or injury such as rotator cuff tear or labrum tear. 2\. Athletes who have a history of injuries (fractures, dislocations) or surgeries in other joints of the upper limb (elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand) (Dabhokar et al., 2018). 3\. Athletes who have a history of inflammatory joint disease, or neurological disorders that could affect their shoulder ROM such as arthritis or diabetes (Dabhokar et al., 2018). 4\. Athletes who are taking any medications that could affect their shoulder ROM or pain. 5\. Athletes who are currently inactive at the professional level due to multiple injuries that have prevented them from practicing. 6\. Athletes who have been diagnosed with kyphosis and scoliosis in the shoulder and thoracic regions, as well as other anatomical anomalies (pennella et al., 2022). 7\. Athletes who have experienced shoulder pain with stomach discomfort (pennella et al., 2022)
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Faculty of Physical Therapy — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: hadeel I ali, master
- Email: hadeelibrahim241@gmail.com
- Phone: 01148321112
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.