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Official title Nordic vs Blood Flow Restriction Nordic Exercise in Elite Female Pole Vaulters
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07705698
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the effects of Nordic Hamstring Exercise (NHE) and Blood Flow Restriction-assisted Nordic Hamstring Exercise (BFR-NHE) on hamstring muscle strength, muscle morphology, and functional performance in elite adolescent female pole vaulters. Thirty-six athletes aged 12-18 years will be randomly assigned to a Nordic Hamstring Exercise group, a Blood Flow Restriction-assisted Nordic Hamstring Exercise group, or a control group.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 to 18, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Female athletes aged between 12 and 18 years.
- Elite pole vault athletes actively participating in organized training and competition.
- Minimum of 1 year of regular pole vault training experience.
- Participation in regular training at least 3 times per week.
- Ability to participate in an 8-week exercise program.
You likely can't join if
- Any lower extremity musculoskeletal injury within the previous 6 months.
- Previous hamstring muscle surgery.
- Current pain or injury limiting sports participation.
- Neurological disorders affecting movement or balance.
- Cardiovascular conditions contraindicating exercise training or blood flow restriction.
- Any contraindication to blood flow restriction training.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female athletes aged between 12 and 18 years.
- Elite pole vault athletes actively participating in organized training and competition.
- Minimum of 1 year of regular pole vault training experience.
- Participation in regular training at least 3 times per week.
- Ability to participate in an 8-week exercise program.
- Written informed assent from the athlete and written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian.
- Any lower extremity musculoskeletal injury within the previous 6 months.
- Previous hamstring muscle surgery.
- Current pain or injury limiting sports participation.
- Neurological disorders affecting movement or balance.
- Cardiovascular conditions contraindicating exercise training or blood flow restriction.
- Any contraindication to blood flow restriction training.
- Participation in another structured hamstring strengthening program during the study period.
- Inability or unwillingness to comply with study procedures.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Adana, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 female, 12 years to 18 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Adana, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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