Vibration therapy may loosen stiff shoulders in athletes
NCT ID NCT07757945
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a single session of focal vibration applied to the back of the shoulder can reduce tightness and stiffness in overhead athletes aged 18 to 25. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either real focal vibration or a sham (placebo) treatment, with measurements taken before and immediately after. The goal is to see if this quick, non-invasive technique improves shoulder flexibility and range of motion.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Focal vibration therapy applied to the posterior shoulder muscles
- What this could lead to
- If effective, focal vibration could offer a quick, drug-free way to relieve shoulder tightness and improve flexibility in overhead athletes, potentially reducing injury risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-session study measuring immediate effects only, so any benefits may be short-lived or not translate to long-term outcomes. Results may not generalize beyond young, highly trained athletes.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences Ankara
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)