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VR training kicks off: could headset workouts improve football performance?

NCT ID NCT07572344

Symptom relief Sponsor: Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether virtual reality (VR) training can improve physical and brain performance in young professional football players. Thirty-nine male players aged 18-19 were split into VR training, traditional training, or a control group. The VR group used immersive apps to work on balance, strength, and coordination. Researchers measured sprint speed, balance, muscle strength, and brain activity before and after the training period.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual reality training (immersive exercise using VR apps like Head Football, Rezzil Player, FitXR)
What this could lead to
If it works, VR training could become a new tool to boost athletic performance and brain function in professional sports.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 39 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The effects might be small or not last long.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

39 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2025

Finished

Feb 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 19 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * \- Male professional football players participating in licensed competitions within a professional club youth academy * Age between 18 and 19 years * 5-8 years of active football playing experience * No chronic pain or musculoskeletal injury affecting performance * Willingness to participate and signed informed consent form * Ability to attend both virtual reality and training sessions regularly * Training frequency of approximately 3 sessions per week * Use of supplements only for general health purposes without performance enhancement effects Exclusion Criteria: * \- Any injury that may impair performance or interaction with virtual reality training * Neurological or psychological disorders affecting VR interaction * Previous experience with VR-based training programs * History of epilepsy or seizure disorders * History of frequent headaches or migraines * Balance disorders or vestibular dysfunction * Visual impairments such as depth perception problems or color blindness * Non-compliance with study protocol or missing informed consent

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Athletic performance

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  • RTEU

    Rize, Center, Turkey (Türkiye)

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