Balloon breathing may give football players an edge
NCT ID NCT07387029
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether adding balloon breathing exercises to core stability training can improve balance, jumping ability, and core endurance in professional football players. About 68 male players aged 18-35 will be split into two groups: one doing core training plus balloon breathing, the other doing core training alone. The goal is to see if this simple addition helps players perform better and avoid injuries.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 68 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Feb 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Aug 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 28 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Male professional football players aged 18 to 35 years * Currently playing at club level * Free from musculoskeletal injury for at least 6 months prior to enrollment * Willing to participate and provide written informed consent * Able to participate in regular football training and exercise programs Exclusion Criteria: * Current musculoskeletal injury or pain affecting training or performance * History of lower limb or spinal surgery within the past year * Any neurological, cardiovascular, or respiratory condition that limits physical activity * Participation in any structured core stability or breathing training program within the past 3 months * Female players
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gulf medical University
Ajman, Al Jurf, United Arab Emirates