Volleyball Players' shoulder pain targeted by new exercise study
NCT ID NCT07400900
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a structured exercise program can reduce shoulder pain and disability in amateur volleyball players with non-traumatic shoulder instability. Twenty-two players aged 18 to 30 will be randomly assigned to either the exercise program or a wait-and-see approach. The program includes strengthening, balance, and coordination exercises done three times a week for eight weeks. Researchers will measure pain, function, strength, and quality of life at one and two months.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- structured exercise program (Derby Shoulder Instability Rehabilitation Programme)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a simple, standardized exercise protocol to reduce shoulder pain and disability in volleyball players, potentially reducing the need for surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 22 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The control group receives no treatment, so any improvement could be due to natural recovery.
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