Screening of Adductor Related Symptoms in Adolescent Taekwondo Athletes (NCT07410273) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Screening of Adductor Related Symptoms in Adolescent Taekwondo Athletes
Turkey (Türkiye)80 participantsStarted 2025-10-15
Plain-language summary
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the frequency and characteristics of adductor-related groin symptoms in adolescent Taekwondo athletes aged 12-17 years. The main questions it aims to answer are:
How common are adductor-related groin symptoms in adolescent Taekwondo athletes?
Do athletes with these symptoms show differences in hip strength, joint range of motion, or functional level compared to athletes without symptoms?
Participants will complete a brief screening about their groin pain and training habits, followed by:
Clinical tests of the hip and groin region (resisted adduction, palpation, FABER, and FADIR tests)
Strength testing of hip abductor and adductor muscles using a hand-held dynamometer
Range of motion measurements of the hip using a goniometer
A self-reported questionnaire (Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcome Score - HAGOS) to assess daily activity and sports function
Data from this study will help identify early signs of adductor-related groin problems and guide preventive and rehabilitation strategies for young Taekwondo athletes
Who can participate
Age range
12 Years – 17 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria: Participants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for inclusion:
* Aged between 12 and 17 years.
* Registered as an active Taekwondo athlete at a Sports Club.
* Holds a black belt level (professional) in Taekwondo.
* Has at least 3 years of professional Taekwondo training experience.
* Participates in training sessions at least 5 days per week.
* Able to participate in regular training and competition without restriction.
* Voluntarily agrees to participate and provides informed consent (and parental consent for minors).
Exclusion Criteria: Participants are excluded if they meet any of the following criteria:
* Presence of any orthopedic, neurological, or systemic condition that may affect lower limb function or limit participation in training.
* History of lower extremity surgery (hip, knee, ankle, or foot).
* Current or recent (within the last 6 months) acute lower extremity injury other than groin-related symptoms.
* Refusal or inability to complete the required clinical tests or questionnaires.
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
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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?
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