Flicker glasses may give volleyball players an edge
NCT ID NCT07308535
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether training with stroboscopic glasses—goggles that flicker on and off—can improve athletic performance in volleyball players. Fifty-four male professional players were split into two groups: one trained with the glasses, the other without. After six weeks, researchers measured reaction time, agility, jumping power, balance, and coordination. The goal was to see if this unusual training tool could sharpen skills.
What this could mean
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Active substance
stroboscopic glasses
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple training tool to boost athletic performance in sports.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 54 male volleyball players, so results may not apply to other athletes or sports. The improvements might be modest.
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Locations
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Baskent University
Ankara, 06790, Turkey (Türkiye)