Basketball breakthrough: simple tapes and exercises may unlock young Athletes' potential
NCT ID NCT07358936
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether corrective exercises or kinesiotape (a special elastic tape) can improve performance and movement in young male basketball players aged 9 to 16. Researchers will measure balance, agility, strength, and injury risk. The goal is to find which method works best for helping young athletes move better and perform at their peak.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 45 people
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- Started
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Feb 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jul 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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9 to 16 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * The male athlete's sport must be basketball. * The male athlete must be between 9 and 16 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * Having undergone any surgical operation within the last 6 months. * Having suffered a lower/upper extremity injury within the last 3 months. * The volunteer does not wish to continue the study. * Athletes for whom the necessary assessments or procedures could not be performed were excluded.
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istinye University
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Istanbul, 34800, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Istinye University
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGIstanbul, 34800, Turkey (Türkiye)
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