Online exercise program for string musicians' physical and functional health
The Effect of Online Exercise Program on Musculoskeletal Problems, Upper Extremity Function, Physical Activity Level, Muscle Oxygenation, Reaction Time, Grip Strength and Pressure Pain Threshold in Musicians Playing Stringed Instruments
NA · Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University · NCT06344988
This study tests whether an online exercise program can help string musicians improve their physical health and reduce common muscle and joint problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 38 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University (other) |
| Locations | 4 sites (Bursa and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06344988 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effects of an online exercise program designed specifically for musicians who play stringed instruments. It aims to address musculoskeletal issues commonly faced by these musicians through a structured exercise regimen that can be accessed digitally. Participants will engage in weekly exercise sessions over eight weeks, utilizing smart wearable devices to enhance their experience and promote adherence. The program is tailored to fit the unique schedules of professional musicians, making it a convenient option for improving their physical health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are string musicians aged 18-65 who have been playing for over five years and are experiencing musculoskeletal problems related to their instrument.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have musculoskeletal issues related to playing an instrument or those who play less than 15 hours per week may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce musculoskeletal pain and improve the overall physical health of string musicians.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various interventions for musculoskeletal issues in musicians, this specific approach utilizing online platforms and smart devices is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteering to participate in the study * Agreeing to exercise once a week for 8 weeks * Being between the ages of 18-65 * Playing a string instrument in Bursa Regional State Symphony Orchestra / Bursa Uludağ University State Conservatory / Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Education Fine Arts Education Department, Department of Music Education / Ege University State Conservatory of Turkish Music * Main instrument being a stringed instrument (violin, viola, cello, double bass) * Playing an instrument for more than 5 years * Having a musculoskeletal problem related to playing an instrument or performance Exclusion Criteria: * Having a musculoskeletal problem that is not related to playing an instrument or performance * Playing the instrument less than 15 hours per week * Having had a corticosteroid injection within 6 weeks * Having used anti-inflammatory or gabapentin within 3 weeks * Having had any surgical operation that would prevent exercise in the last 6 months * Having any diagnosed neurological and/or orthopedic problem that would prevent exercise in the last 6 months * Having a diagnosed psychiatric problem * Maximum subcutaneous fat thickness more than 12 mm
Where this trial is running
Bursa and 3 other locations
- Bursa Regional State Symphony Orchestra — Bursa, Turkey (RECRUITING)
- Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Education Fine Arts Education Department, Department of Music Education — Bursa, Turkey (RECRUITING)
- Bursa Uludağ University State Conservatory — Bursa, Turkey (RECRUITING)
- Ege University State Conservatory of Turkish Music — İzmir, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sule Kecelioglu, MSc
- Email: skecelioglu@bandirma.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 (266) 717 01 17
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: Musculoskeletal Diseases or Conditions, Musculoskeletal Pain, musicians playing stringed instruments