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Scientists ask athletes what they need when the game ends

NCT ID NCT06213350

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center are asking collegiate athletes about their physical and mental health needs, both while competing and after they leave their sport. The study has two parts: an anonymous online survey of about 200 athletes, and focus groups with about 50 athletes who are close to retiring or recently retired. The goal is to identify the kinds of support athletes may need during the transition out of sport.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If the study identifies gaps in support, colleges and sports programs could use that information to build better transition programs for athletes who retire.
What could go wrong
This study collects opinions and experiences rather than testing a treatment, so it cannot prove that any specific support program works. The findings will reflect the views of the athletes who choose to take part.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 250 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Current and previous collegiate athletes over the age of 18 and within two years before leaving sport or within five years after leaving sport.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Current and previous collegiate athletes over the age of 18 and within two years before leaving sport or within five years after leaving sport. Exclusion Criteria: * Athletes under the age of 18 and not within two years before or five years after leaving sport will be excluded.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center

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    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States