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NCT Number: NCT07729761

Impact of Instability Training on Vestibular Dysfunction in Postconcussion Combat Athletes

We are conducting RCT study on concussion on combat sports athlete and there is high incidence of on concussion in this sports and we will find the association between concussion and vestibular impairment and then we will apply intervention (instabiliy training) to find the results

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Key information

Conditions

Concussion, Mild Brain Concussion Brain Diseases Brain Injuries Brain Injuries, Traumatic Central Nervous System Diseases Craniocerebral Trauma Head Injuries, Closed Nervous System Diseases Trauma, Nervous System Wounds and Injuries Wounds, Nonpenetrating

Age range

18 year–36 year

Sex eligibility

Male

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

KAK'S Fight club

Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan

About this study

Combat sports athletes frequently experience concussions due to the nature of their sport, leading to potential long-term consequences such as vestibular impairment. Vestibular dysfunction, characterized by dizziness, imbalance, and other symptoms, can significantly impact an athlete's performance and overall well-being. Despite its prevalence, there's a need to better understand the association between concussion and vestibular impairment in this population.

This study aims to investigate the relationship between concussion and vestibular impairment in combat sports athletes. Additionally, we seek to assess the effectiveness of instability training as an intervention to mitigate vestibular dysfunction post-concussion.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Active Male Combat sports player.
  • Age between 18-25 years.
  • Athletes who had a hit on jaw, neck, head and had symptom of concussion discussed under heading of Introduction.
  • Athlete who had history of concussion between 3-30 days.
  • Mild concussion according to CANTU

Exclusion criteria

  • Concussion other than sports.
  • History of metabolic diseases.
  • History of recent fractures

Treatment and study plan

Traditional Physical therapy

Other

Cone exercise. b) Advanced cone exercise. c) Circle of cones. d) Cut-backs. e) Shooting from a square pass. f) One-touch shooting. g) Three goal drill. h) Lay-offs, turns, and chest control. 4 units weekly for 4 weeks

Instability training

Other

four units weekly, Time of the one exercise 30seconds with resting interval of 30 seconds between two exercises i.e. the whole unit takes 270 seconds and takes rest 135 seconds between exercises groups, Balance on the ball for 1-2 minutes,) Ground Control Drills 3 rounds of 2-3 minutes each. Sports specific instability training: Shadowboxing

Primary outcomes

  1. Sports Concussion Office Assessment Tool

    Time frame: 4th week

    14 item scale use for diagnose , evaluate and for treatment purposes

    The SCOAT6 score is derived from the athlete's performance across these domains. Each component has specific criteria for correct responses or performance, and the total score reflects the overall level of impairment: Higher scores generally indicate better cognitive and physical function and fewer symptoms. Lower scores suggest more severe concussion effects or slower recovery.

Secondary outcomes

  1. CANTU

    Time frame: 1st week

    The Cantu Scale for Concussion is a tool used to assess the severity of a concussion and guide return-to-play decisions in athletes. It was developed by Dr. Robert Cantu, a renowned expert in sports-related head injuries. The scale takes into account various factors such as symptoms, duration of unconsciousness (if any), and post-traumatic amnesia to assign a numerical value Grade 1 ,mild Grade 2 moderate Grade3 severe

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

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Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Instability Training on Vestibular Impairment in Post Concussion Combat Athletes

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jul 28, 2026
Registry last updated
Jul 28, 2026

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