Stretching to Improve Jumping Performance

NCT06944652 · tracked via the Priya Life Science Canada tracker

Sponsor

University of Saskatchewan

Phase

Not applicable

Started

2025-04-28

Last updated

2026-02-23

Condition(s) studied

Vertical Jump Performance

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Stretching

Stretching: Stretching of the plantar flexors or the shoulder joint

Study summary

The study involves comparison of an 8-week plantar flexor stretching program to a shoulder stretching program for improving vertical jump performance in adolescent athletes.

Eligibility

Sex

ALL

Min age

12 Years

Max age

17 Years

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

Inclusion Criteria: * Currently involved in a sport training program Exclusion Criteria: * Current or past injuries that might affect jumping performance or stretching the plantar flexors or shoulder joint

Primary outcome measure(s)

Counter movement jump height — Change over 8 weeks
Counter movement jump height assessed on a force plate

Trial sites (1)

Facility	City	Region	Status
College of Kinesiology University of Saskatchewan	Saskatoon	Saskatchewan	Recruiting

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Official registry record

This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.

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