Examining mental health and eating disorders in climbers
CLIMB: Climbers' Longitudinal Attitudes to Injuries, Mental Health and Body Image
This study looks at how mental health, eating disorders, and bone health are affected in elite and sub-elite climbers over two years to see if they differ from non-climbers.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 366 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Göteborg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Göteborg, Västergötaland) |
| Trial ID | NCT05587270 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the prevalence and changes in eating disorder symptoms, mental health issues, overuse injuries, and bone health among elite and sub-elite climbers over a two-year period, with potential follow-up extending to five years. Participants will complete web-based surveys and undergo DXA scans to evaluate bone density. The study will compare climbers to a control group and analyze differences based on gender and competition level. The research seeks to understand the impact of relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) on these athletes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include male and female climbers aged over 13 who meet specific climbing performance criteria.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously participated at an elite level in any sport may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of mental health and eating disorders in climbers, ultimately enhancing athlete well-being.
How similar studies have performed: While studies have explored mental health and eating disorders in athletes, this specific focus on climbers and the prevalence of these issues is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age over 13 Specific inclusion criteria for the study group: * Men: completed a boulder route rated harder than 6b or a lead route rated 7a+ within the last three months. * Women: completed a boulder route rated harder than 6a or a lead route rated 6c within the last year. Exclusion Criteria for the study group: \* None Exclusion criteria for the control group: \* Previous or current participation on elite level in any sport.
Where this trial is running
Göteborg, Västergötaland
- Göteborg University — Göteborg, Västergötaland, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mikael Sansone, M.D, Ph.D. — Göteborg University
- Study coordinator: Mikael Sansone, M.D, Ph.D.
- Email: mikael.sansone@gmail.com
- Phone: +46709474257
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.