NCT06781580 Ergonomic Protocol for Competitive E-Sport Athletes
| NCT ID | NCT06781580 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Nevada, Las Vegas |
| Condition | No Disease or Condition is Being Studied |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 12 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-02-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-04 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 12 participants in total. It began in 2025-02-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-04.
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Brief Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if this ergonomic protocol can improve performance and reduce ergonomic risk in esports athletes. It will also learn about the insight of esports athletes and their experience in implementing this new protocol. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does this ergonomic protocol improve performance? Does this ergonomic protocol reduce ergonomic risk? Researchers will assign the protocol to esports athletes who meet inclusion criteria and express interest in participating in the study. A pre-post design will be conducted to note any differences. Participants will: * Participate in a 6-week study with 4 in-person visits * Volunteers will be requested to participate in a focus group during Week 6. * Implement the strengthening protocol 3x a week and a warm up/cool down protocol before and after each gaming session. * Attend one educational session about gaming ergonomics during Week 1 * Complete the Rapid Entire Body Assessment, Kovaaks Asessment, and a Questionnaire during Week Zero, Week 3, and Week 6.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18+ years old * Primarily participates in PC games(s) using mouse and keyboard for at least a year * Plays at least 10 hours a week * Must be affiliated with an established Esports team or organization * Must have transportation Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals currently receiving treatment for self-reported pain related to prolonged gaming * Those with a history of surgical procedures in the upper extremities * Individuals with cognitive impairments * Individuals with a history of a neck, shoulder, wrist, and/or back injury
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06781580 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying No Disease or Condition is Being Studied. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06781580 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06781580 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at rivera21@unlv.nevada.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06781580 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Las Vegas, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06781580 clinical trial?
NCT06781580 is sponsored by University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The trial plans to enroll 12 participants.