Effects of specific exercises with and without blood flow restriction for cricket players
Effects of Ballistic Six Exercises With and Without Blood Flow Restriction on Agility, Strength and Functional Ability in Cricket Players
NA · Riphah International University · NCT06536777
This study is testing if a special exercise program with blood flow restriction can help young male cricket players strengthen their shoulders and prevent injuries better than regular exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Bahawalpur, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06536777 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of the Ballistic Six exercise program, which incorporates plyometric training and blood flow restriction (BFR), on the shoulder strength and injury prevention in young male cricket players. Participants aged 18-25 will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group receiving BFR training or a control group performing standard plyometric exercises. The study aims to enhance the rotator cuff muscles' performance by mimicking the overhead throwing motion, thereby addressing common shoulder injury risks in bowlers. The trial will assess improvements in muscle strength, power, and endurance through structured training sessions over a specified period.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are active male cricket players aged 18-25 with at least one year of playing experience and a satisfactory shoulder function score.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of shoulder injuries, systemic diseases, or those not actively participating in training may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce shoulder injuries and enhance performance in young cricket players.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of plyometric training and blood flow restriction is gaining interest, this specific approach in cricket is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male players * Age 18-25 years * Active recreational players * Minimum score on Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic (KJOC) Shoulder and Elbow Score questionnaire should be above 60. * In Closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test rest interval should be from 40-45 seconds. * Athletes playing cricket with minimum 1 year experience Exclusion Criteria: * Players not actively involved in training and competition * History of systemic disease * Prior surgery history * Ligamentous and GHJ injury * Bone deformity * Fractures of upper limb * Vestibular and visual disorder * Pre-existing shoulder pathologies or injuries
Where this trial is running
Bahawalpur, Punjab Province
- Dring Stadium — Bahawalpur, Punjab Province, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mahnoor Majid, DPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Muhammad Atif Javed, PP-DPT
- Email: atif.javed@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: +923317491071
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.
Conditions: Plyometric Exercise, Blood Flow Restriction Training, Plyometric training, Blood flow restriction