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Pickleball players test theragun for better moves and less soreness

NCT ID NCT07005934

Symptom relief Sponsor: Point Loma Nazarene University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether using a percussion massager (Theragun) for 4 weeks can improve how recreational pickleball players move and activate their muscles. Researchers will measure hip and knee range of motion and muscle strength during change-of-direction tasks. 30 healthy adults aged 18–80 who play pickleball weekly will participate.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Theragun Prime percussion massager
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to improve movement and reduce injury risk in recreational pickleball players.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 30 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to all players or lead to clear benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2025

Expected to finish

Mar 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age range: 18 - 80 years old * Free from injury in lower extremity for the last 6 months * Plays pickleball regularly defined as self-reported participation on at least a weekly basis for a year or more Exclusion Criteria: \* Joint injury within previous 6 months

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Conditions

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Athletic Injuries injury Myalgia

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Injury;sports Muscle soreness

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • PLNU x Padres Biomechanics Laboratory

    San Diego, California, 92123, United States

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