Biopsychosocial predictors of running injuries in regular runners
Official title: Developing a Biopsychosocial Prediction Model for Running-Related Injuries
Run by National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University · NCT07929311 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether biopsychosocial factors can predict running-related injuries in people who run regularly.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 24, 2026 |
| Main results expected | August 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | August 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | November 10, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07929311 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are runners who cover at least 5 km per week, have logged running for at least 9 months, and plan to participate in about half or full marathon within six months.
✕Probably not a fit
Runners with recent musculoskeletal injuries, certain medical conditions, or contraindications to mid/high-intensity activity 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 explores how physical, psychological, and social factors relate to injuries in runners. It examines biomechanical measures (ultrasound tendon thickness, muscle strength, foot alignment), training load (volume, endurance events), and psychological factors (passion, grit, endurance self-efficacy, sleep/chronotype). Participants are regular runners planning to complete about half a marathon in six months, and will be observed during their running activity. Data collection includes handheld dynamometer tests, ultrasonography, and validated questionnaires to identify biopsychosocial predictors of injury risk. Findings may inform personalized risk profiles and prevention strategies for runners at various levels of participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the study could help identify which runners are at higher injury risk so they can tailor training and recovery strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Prior research has linked biomechanical and psychosocial factors to running injuries, and this study builds on that by integrating multiple domains.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants who run regularly at least 5 km per week, have consistently run for over 9 months, and will participate a half of full marathon competition in 6 months. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants who (1) have musculoskeletal injuries in the recent 3 months; (2) have neurological disorders that would affect movement patterns; (3) are diagnosed with cardiovasculopulmanary or metabolic disease that are contraindications for middle and high intensity activities; (4) have autoimmune disorders; (5) have cancer; (6) are in fever or acute inflammation; or (7) are in pregnancy.
Where it's running
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1F., No. 25, Ln. 112, Sec, Section 1, Anhe Rd, Da'an District
Taipei, Taiwan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hui-Ting Shih, PhD — Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
- Study coordinator: Chuan-Chih Chiang, MSc
- Email: meetsweetptc@gmail.com
- Phone: +886-2-2700-2880
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.