Stretching showdown: which Warm-Up boosts racquet sports performance?
NCT ID NCT06796439
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how different stretching routines affect performance in racquet sports like tennis and badminton. Researchers compared static stretching (holding a stretch) with dynamic stretching (moving while stretching) in 52 male amateur players aged 20-40. The goal was to see which type of stretching helps players perform better and avoid injuries.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could help coaches and players choose the best stretching routine to improve performance and reduce injury risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 52 male amateur players, so results may not apply to all athletes or skill levels. It compares stretching types, not a new treatment.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- 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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52 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2025
- Finished
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Apr 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
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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20 to 40 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Males. * Age 20- 40 years. * Amateur Active players with at least 1 year of regular experience. * Free from any musculoskeletal injuries or conditions affecting participation. * Willing to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Players with ongoing or recent (\<3 months) musculoskeletal injuries. * Those with chronic conditions (e.g., arthritis, cardiovascular issues) affecting physical activity. * Those suffering with any medical condition that affects their performance. * Participants who are currently following a specialized stretching regimen outside regular squash warm-ups. * Use of medications that could affect muscle function or perception during the Study.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Pakistan Sports Board
Islamabad, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan
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