Comparing core and shoulder strengthening programs for tennis serve speed
Effect of Adding of Core Versus Shoulder Strengthening on Tennis Serve Velocity in Young Adult Tennis Players
This study tests whether a 4-week core or shoulder strengthening program can help young adult tennis players serve the ball faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Giza) |
| Trial ID | NCT06221514 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the impact of a 4-week core strengthening program versus a shoulder strengthening program on the flat serve velocity of amateur young adult tennis players. Participants will be divided into two groups, with each group undergoing a different training regimen. The study will assess serve velocity before and after the intervention by having participants serve the tennis ball multiple times. The goal is to determine which strengthening program is more effective in enhancing serve speed.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are amateur tennis players aged 18-25 with 1 to 3 years of playing experience who train regularly.
Not a fit: Patients with recent shoulder or core strength training, upper extremity injuries, or certain medical conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help improve serve velocity in young adult tennis players, enhancing their performance on the court.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on strength training in athletes, this specific comparison of core versus shoulder strengthening in tennis serve velocity is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: (1)Tennis playing experience between 1 to 3 yrs.(2)Trains 2-3 times per week for a minimum of 1-2 hours per day.(3)Trained in flat serve.(4) Right and Left-handed Players.(5) Females and males.(6) Young adults age ranging from 18-25 years. Exclusion Criteria: (1)Players who underwent specific shoulder or core strength training in the past year.(2)Players who had a history of UE injury (dislocation, rupture, fracture, surgery ) that prevents them from playing .(3) back or knee pain for at least the past year .(4) Players with Cardiovascular diseases or metabolic disorders. (ex: DM)
Where this trial is running
Giza
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences — Giza, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ahmet M. Elmelhat, PhD
- Email: ahmed.elmelhat@cu.edu.lb
- Phone: 01112595022
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.