Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 35 Men only

Comparing nerve gliding exercises and grip strength exercises for cricket batters

Official title: Comparative Effects of Nerve Gliding Exercises and Conventional Grip Strength Exercises on Grip Strength, Range of Motion and Performance of Cricket Batters

Run by Sehat Medical Complex · NCT06688266 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether nerve gliding exercises or grip strength exercises help young cricket batters improve their hand strength and performance.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 35 Years
SexMen only
Enrollment34 (estimated)
SponsorSehat Medical Complex
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 30, 2024
Main results expectedMay 25, 2025
Study endsMay 30, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 22, 2025
Trial IDNCT06688266 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are male cricket batters aged 18 to 35 who practice regularly and meet specific grip strength criteria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with upper extremity injuries or non-athletic individuals will 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 clinical trial aims to evaluate the effects of nerve gliding exercises versus conventional grip strength exercises on handgrip strength, range of motion, and overall performance in cricket batters aged 18 to 35. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups, with one group performing nerve gliding exercises and the other group engaging in grip strength exercises. The study will utilize tools such as the Adjustable Hand Dynamometer and Goniometer to measure outcomes. The trial will take place in Lahore, recruiting participants from various cricket academies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the performance and injury prevention strategies for cricket batters.

How similar studies have gone: While nerve gliding exercises have shown benefits in other sports, this specific comparison in cricket is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age between 18 to 35 years

  * Batsmen
  * Doing net practices more than 4 days per week for at least 3 months.
  * Right hand grip strength (men) 42.9-46.4, Left hand grip strength (men) 42.042.2.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-Athletic Population

  * Upper extremity peripheral neuropathies.
  * Tennis/Golfer epicondylitis. Cervical disc herniation.
  * Overuse injuries of the shoulder joint that may affect handgrip strength.
  * Having any neurological or orthopaedical problem related to upper extremity.

Where it's running

  • Riphah International University
    Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
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