Strength and Plyometric Training in Swimming (NCT07096492) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Strength and Plyometric Training in Swimming
Turkey (Türkiye)18 participantsStarted 2025-03-07
Plain-language summary
A total of 18 participants are planned to be included in the study. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups in the order of their arrival. One group will perform strength exercises in addition to standard swim training (strength group), while the other group will perform plyometric exercises in addition to standard swim training (plyometric group). Both groups will participate in two training sessions per week for a duration of 8 weeks. The 50m sprint biomechanics, stroke frequency, or overall performance will be evaluated before and after the intervention.
Who can participate
Age range
10 Years – 17 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria Being between 10 and 17 years old, Having at least 3 years of competitive experience, Having participated in at least one Qualifying Standards competition before, Being willing to participate in the study, Obtained parental consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
Presence of a health condition requiring regular medical check-ups (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal disorders).
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
50m Sprint Time (Overall Performance)
Timeframe: Through study completion, an average of 12 months
2
Sprint biomechanics and stroke frequency
Timeframe: Through study completion, an average of 12 months