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Simple elastic band workout may strengthen hips in teen basketball players

NCT ID NCT07421986

Symptom relief Sponsor: Nebojša Trajković Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a 4-week program of eccentric hip exercises using elastic bands could improve hip strength and agility in young male basketball players. Twenty-one healthy athletes aged 15-18 were split into two groups: one did the elastic band exercises plus regular training, while the other only did regular training. Researchers measured hip adductor strength and agility before and after the program to see if the bands made a difference.

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Active substance
Eccentric hip adductor strengthening with elastic bands
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way for young athletes to strengthen their hips and potentially reduce injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, short-term study (21 participants, 4 weeks) in healthy young males only. Results may not apply to other groups or show lasting benefits.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

21 people

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Started

Jan 2024

Finished

Mar 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

15 to 18 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy young male basketball players. * Must be a participant in a sub-elite basketball team. * Age: 15-18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Injury and/or pain in the knee, hip, groin, and/or lower back within the last six months * Previous history of hip-adductor exercises performed in the preceding six months

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Eccentric exercise training Healthy participants Hip adduction strength Strength training effects Strengthening exercises

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Sport and Physical Education

    Niš, 18000, Serbia

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