Examining how diaphragm muscle and pain perception affect lower limb control in sports.
The Influence of the Diaphragm Muscle and Pain Perception on Lower Limb Neuromuscular Control Parameters in Sports Practice: Application of Breathing Exercises and Manual Therapy of the Diaphragm Muscle and Ribs Protocol
NA · Universitat Internacional de Catalunya · NCT05982210
This study is testing if breathing exercises and therapy for the diaphragm can help young athletes improve their leg control and reduce pain during sports.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Sant Cugat Del Vallès, Barcelona) |
| Trial ID | NCT05982210 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the relationship between rib cage mobility and lower limb neuromuscular control in young, healthy athletes. Participants will engage in a program of breathing exercises and manual therapy targeting the diaphragm and ribs, conducted twice a week for eight weeks. The study aims to measure improvements in neuromuscular control, lower limb power, stability, and pain perception. By establishing a correlation between diaphragm function and lower limb control, the findings could enhance injury prevention strategies in sports.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young, healthy individuals who regularly engage in physical activities that primarily activate lower limb muscles.
Not a fit: Patients with current or recent musculoskeletal injuries, respiratory diseases, or those who have undergone abdominal or thoracic surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved methods for preventing lower limb injuries in athletes by incorporating diaphragm biomechanics into treatment protocols.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study is novel, there is existing literature suggesting that diaphragm function can influence overall physical performance and injury prevention.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Physical Activity Practice: at least 150-300min of moderate activity or 75-100min of intense aerobic activity, twice a week. * Physical activity or sports practice involve mostly lower limb muscles activation. * Core Stability exercises least twice a week. Includes at least 3 of the 6 exercises listed: bridge exercises, standard plank, lateral plank, superman exercise, mountain climber and plank variations. Exclusion Criteria: * Musculoskeletal injury currently or in the past 6 months. * Abdominal or thoracic surgery. * Nervous System disease. * Hiatal Hernia or visceral disease. * Pelvic floor alterations or disease. * Breathing restrictions: disease or infection, asthma, anxiety or other non controlled alterations. * Treatment of the diaphragm muscle the past 6 months.
Where this trial is running
Sant Cugat Del Vallès, Barcelona
- Universitat Internacional de Catalunya — Sant Cugat Del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Imma Vergara
- Email: immavergara@uic.es
- Phone: +34 637 03 13 54
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: Diaphragm, Relaxation, Core Stability, Diaphragm Muscle, Rib Cage, Breathing Biomechanics