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NCT Number: NCT06696924

Comparitive Effects of Reciprocal Inhibtion and Static Stretching Among Female Athletes

The aim of the study is to determine the Comparative effects of Reciprocal Inhibition and Static Stretching on Serratus anterior Muscle on Pain, range of Motion, and Functional ability among Female Amateur Athletes

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Key information

Conditions

Sports Physical Therapy

Age range

17 year–30 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Pakistan Sports Board

Lahore, Punjab Province, 05450, Pakistan

About this study

There is an absence of extensive studies comparing the effects of reciprocal inhibition and static stretching specifically on the serratus anterior muscle among female amateur athletes. While some research exists on the general effects of these techniques, there is a gap in gender-specific studies and their application to amateur athletes. By conducting more detailed research in this area, we can better understand how these affect athletes, their pain levels, range of motion, and overall functional ability. This would provide valuable insights for designing warm-up routines and optimizing performance for female amateur athletes.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Females
  • Ages between 17-30 years
  • Amateur athletes ( badminton, weight lifting, Volleyball, tennis)
  • Pain in the upper limb ( Moderate pain 5-6 level on NPRS scale)
  • To check Serratus anterior ( females with strength test positive and shakiness weakness on pressing or overhead activities )
  • Overhead range of motion of the shoulder ( those with less than 180 degrees)

Exclusion criteria

  • Fractures
  • Musculoskeletal problems ( radiculopathy, myelopathy, inflammatory arthritis)
  • International athletes
  • Recent surgery thoracic spine

Treatment and study plan

Reciprocal Inhibition

Other

First Subjects will start doing baseline warmup exercises which are mentioned then they will perform reciprocal inhibition of the serratus muscle in supine or side-lying. After identifying the antagonist muscles of the serratus anterior, which are typically the rhomboids or the middle and lower trapezius. Athletes will perform a gentle contraction of the antagonist's muscles by retracting or squeezing their shoulder blades together. While the antagonist muscles are contracting, we will ask the athlete to simultaneously relax and lengthen the serratus anterior muscle. The patient can achieve this by protracting or pushing their shoulder blades forward and away from each other.

Static Stretching

Other

Subjects will perform 2 stretches

  • Standing Wall Stretch: Stand facing a wall with your feet about hip-width apart. Place their palms on the wall at shoulder height, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. will Lean their body forward, keeping their arms straight, until feel a stretch in their serratus anterior. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds, then slowly release. Instead of using a wall or object, the athlete will use their opposite hand to hold the stretched arm in position.
  • Seated Cross-Body Stretch: Sit on the edge of a chair or bench. Cross one arm over your chest, placing your hand on the opposite shoulder. The athlete will use the other hand to gently pull the crossed arm closer to your body, feeling a stretch in the serratus anterior. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds or more, and then switch sides and repeat.

Primary outcomes

  1. Pain scale

    Time frame: 6 weeks

    For measuring pain, the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) will be used. The 11-point numeric scale ranges from '0' representing one pain extreme (e.g. "no pain") to '10' representing the other pain extreme (e.g. "pain as bad as you can imagine" or "worst pain imaginable"). This will be asked prior to exercise and after 6 weeks .

  2. Range of motion

    Time frame: 6 weeks

    It will be assessed using a goniometer for the shoulder before starting the exercises and after 6 weeks.

  3. Upper Extremity Functional Scale

    Time frame: 6 weeks

    It is a questionnaire related to daily activities which are asked by athletes who have upper extremity issues to check in which activity they are facing issues.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparative Effects of Reciprocal Inhibition and Static Stretching on Serratus Anterior Muscle on Pain, Range of Motion and Functional Ability Among Female Amateur Athletes.

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Nov 20, 2024
Registry last updated
Feb 12, 2025

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