Quick video lesson may help doctors spot athlete energy deficiency

NCT ID NCT07228507

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a brief online educational video could improve healthcare professionals' understanding of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and the Female Athlete Triad—conditions often missed by providers. 200 Spanish doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists were randomly assigned to watch the video or not. The researchers measured changes in knowledge, attitudes, and confidence using questionnaires. The goal was to see if a simple, scalable tool could help professionals recognize and manage these conditions better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Educational video on Female Athlete Triad and RED-S

What this could lead to

If effective, this video could be a simple tool to help doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists spot and manage RED-S and the Female Athlete Triad earlier.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study measuring knowledge change only, not patient outcomes. The video's real-world impact on athlete health remains unproven.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Female Athlete Triad Syndrome Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universidad del Pais Vasco

    Leioa, Basque Country, 48940, Spain