Mind over muscle: single session of mental training shows promise for arm performance

NCT ID NCT07094334

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether a single session of watching movements (action observation) and imagining movements (motor imagery) can improve upper body balance, muscle oxygen levels, and fatigue in healthy young men aged 18-25. Forty-two participants will be divided into three groups: one watches movement videos, one combines watching with imagining, and a control group watches nature scenes. The goal is to see if these mental techniques have immediate physical effects, which could inform future rehabilitation strategies.

What this could mean

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Active substance: action observation and motor imagery training
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that even a single session of mental training can improve physical performance and muscle function, potentially aiding rehabilitation programs.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy young adults, so results may not apply to patients with injuries or neurological conditions. The effects are measured immediately, so long-term benefits remain unknown.

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Conditions

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Fatigue

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ACTION OBSERVATION TRAINING MOTOR IMAGERY TRAINING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Gazi University
RECRUITING

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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