NCT06221514 Effect of Core Versus Shoulder Strengthening on Tennis Serve Velocity in Young Adult Tennis Players
| NCT ID | NCT06221514 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Cairo University |
| Condition | Tennis Serve Performance |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-20 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-05 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 50 participants in total. It began in 2026-02-20 with a primary completion date of 2026-05.
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Brief Summary
The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate the effect of a 4-week core strengthening program on flat serve velocity and arc of shoulder rotation in amateur young adult tennis players . Participants will serve the tennis ball four times during the initial and final flat tennis serve assessments. Furthermore, participants will be divided into two groups and given different strengthening programs. Researchers will compare Group A (shoulder strengthening group) and Group B (core strengthening group) to see if there is any difference between the core and shoulder training programs on the flat serve velocity.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: (1)Tennis playing experience between 1 to 3 yrs.(2)Trains 2-3 times per week for a minimum of 1-2 hours per day.(3)Trained in flat serve.(4) Right and Left-handed Players.(5) Females and males.(6) Young adults age ranging from 18-25 years. Exclusion Criteria: (1)Players who underwent specific shoulder or core strength training in the past year.(2)Players who had a history of UE injury (dislocation, rupture, fracture, surgery ) that prevents them from playing .(3) back or knee pain for at least the past year .(4) Players with Cardiovascular diseases or metabolic disorders. (ex: DM)
Contact & Investigator
Ahmet M. El Melhat, Phd
STUDY DIRECTOR
Cairo University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06221514 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 25 Years, studying Tennis Serve Performance. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06221514 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06221514 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ahmed.elmelhat@cu.edu.lb for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06221514 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Giza, Egypt.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06221514 clinical trial?
NCT06221514 is sponsored by Cairo University. The principal investigator is Ahmet M. El Melhat, Phd at Cairo University. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.