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Official title Optimising Hip Mobility, Hamstring Flexibility and Performance Using Lightback
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06811883
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- In athletics, in the sprint and hurdles disciplines, muscle injuries account for a significant proportion of injuries. The hamstrings are particularly vulnerable, accounting for between 12% and 26% of all injuries in these sports.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug. You may not know which one you got.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Sprinters and hurdlers aged 18 to 30 years.
- No history of recent (less than 6 months) hamstring or hip injury.
- Signed informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Cruciate or hamstring tears less than 6 months old;
- Hip and back surgery less than 3 months old;
- Chronic or acute back problems;
- Pregnancy;
- Osteoporosis
- Tumours, bone cancer of the hip and pelvis;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Sprinters and hurdlers aged 18 to 30 years.
- No history of recent (less than 6 months) hamstring or hip injury.
- Signed informed consent.
- Cruciate or hamstring tears less than 6 months old;
- Hip and back surgery less than 3 months old;
- Chronic or acute back problems;
- Pregnancy;
- Osteoporosis
- Tumours, bone cancer of the hip and pelvis;
- Direct trauma to the back of the thigh less than 6 months old.
- Orthopaedic or neurological pathologies affecting mobility or muscle activation.
- Participation in another specific training protocol
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Salamanca, Spain
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Salamanca, Spain. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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