Stanford tests 'smart' sleeve to ease pitchers' post-game pain

NCT ID NCT06234202

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This Stanford study tests whether a bioactive fabric sleeve worn after pitching can reduce next-day arm soreness in college baseball players. Thirteen pitchers will wear either the bioactive sleeve or a control sleeve overnight after games and rate their soreness. The goal is to see if the special fabric helps muscles recover from the stress of throwing.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

bioactive fabric sleeve

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple wearable to help athletes recover faster from arm soreness.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early study with only 13 players, so results may not apply to others. The sleeve may not reduce soreness better than a regular sleeve.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Stanford University

    Stanford, California, 94305, United States

  • University of California, Davis

    Davis, California, 95616, United States

  • University of Florida

    Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States

  • University of San Diego

    San Diego, California, 92110, United States

  • University of Virginia

    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States

  • University of Washington

    Seattle, Washington, 98195, United States