Judo balance breakthrough: foot shape may predict injury risk
NCT ID NCT07417332
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study looked at 45 judo athletes to see if foot posture (neutral, pronated, or supinated) affects balance on one leg. Participants had their foot type assessed and performed a balance test. The goal is to help coaches and healthcare professionals prevent injuries and improve performance in judo.
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 successful, this study could help coaches and trainers identify athletes at risk of balance-related injuries and tailor training to improve performance.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study with only 45 participants, so findings may not apply to all judo athletes or other sports. It does not test any treatment or intervention.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Catholic University of Valencia San Vicente Mártir
Valencia, Valencia, 46001, Spain
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