This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of an 8-week scapular stabilization exercise program on shooting accuracy and upper extremity performance in athletes engaged in traditional archery. Thirty licensed archers aged between 15 and 35, with at least 2 years of experience, will be randomly assigned to an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will receive scapular stabilization exercises in addition to their regular training, while the control group will continue their usual training routine. Pre- and post-intervention evaluations will assess upper extremity strength, stability, proprioception, and shooting performance.
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Archery Shooting Performance Score
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention
Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention
Upper Quarter Y Balance Test
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention
Seated Medicine Ball Throw Test
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention
Isometric Upper Extremity Muscle Strength
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention
Upper Extremity Proprioception
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention