Examining the growth and injury risks in young gymnasts
Growth Process and Development of Muscle, Bone, and Tendon in Correlation With Injuries in Young Gymnasts During Adolescence
University of Haifa · NCT06318325
This study looks at how the growth and training of young female gymnasts affects their risk of injuries over three years.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 9 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Haifa (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Netanya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06318325 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the anatomical and morphological changes in the musculoskeletal system of young female artistic and rhythmic gymnasts over three years. A total of 200 gymnasts will undergo biannual evaluations, including anthropometric measurements, muscle strength assessments, and ultrasound scans to monitor bone and tendon health. The study will also track training intensity and injury occurrences through monthly follow-ups with trainers. The goal is to understand how these factors influence injury risk during the critical period of pubertal growth.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young female gymnasts training at a competitive level, participating in at least 16 hours of training per week.
Not a fit: Patients currently experiencing injuries that cause pain or those who have missed training due to discomfort will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into injury prevention and optimal training practices for young gymnasts.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on injury risks in athletes, this specific focus on the musculoskeletal development of young gymnasts during puberty is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * training at least 4 times per week, * a minimum of 16 hours per week, at a competitive level. * The gymnasts exercised fully three months before the beginning of the study * have not been absent more than three days from training due to pain, discomfort, or injury. Exclusion Criteria: * present injury causing pain * missing training.
Where this trial is running
Netanya
- The Academic college Levinsky-Wingate at the Wingate Institute — Netanya, Israel (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Gali Dar — University of Haifa
- Study coordinator: Gali Dar, Prof
- Email: galidar@yahoo.com
- Phone: 0505662054
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: Development, Adolescent, musculoskeletal, menarche, athlete