New program aims to cut youth sports injuries by training coaches

NCT ID NCT06486090

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a program called #Utviklingsklar, which trains coaches and club leaders in injury prevention for youth handball and football players. Nearly 3,000 players from 30 clubs took part over one season. The program includes an online course, a workshop, and a mid-season meeting. Researchers measured injuries weekly to see if the program reduces injury rates compared to usual training.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

behavioral intervention (e-learning course, workshop, mid-season meeting)

What this could lead to

If effective, this program could reduce sports injuries in youth athletes by changing coaching practices.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study, so results are already known. The intervention may not reduce injuries significantly, or effects may vary by sport or club.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Athletic Injuries injury prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Akershus Fotballkrets

    Strømmen, Norway

  • Hordaland Fotballkrets

    Bergen, Norway

  • Håndballregion Nord

    Trondheim, Norway

  • Håndballregion Øst

    Oslo, Norway

  • Oslo Fotballkrets

    Oslo, Norway

  • Trøndelag Fotballkrets

    Trondheim, Norway