Development of a Certified Testing Procedure for Hip and Groin Injuries in Athletes (NCT07525154) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Development of a Certified Testing Procedure for Hip and Groin Injuries in Athletes
170 participantsStarted 2027-01-01
Plain-language summary
Hip and groin injuries affect approximately 21% of professional athletes annually, causing significant time loss. As roughly 48% of these cases result from non-contact mechanisms, they are potentially preventable through optimized diagnostic screening. Evidence strongly links restricted hip range of motion (ROM) and strength deficits to an increased injury risk. This project aims to (1) develop a rigorously validated diagnostic testing procedure by comparing different joint positions, movement velocities, and muscle contractions to establish a preventive "gold standard" screening battery. dditionally, (2) pilot targeted prevention interventions over a competitive season. Using a crossover design, the research evaluates three protocols: Strength-focused,Flexibility-focused:and control group. (3) Implement of a Centralized Injury Reporting System. Combining comprehensive diagnostic screening with these practical interventions will yield a powerful tool for clinicians and coaches to effectively reduce the incidence and burden of non-contact hip and groin injuries
Who can participate
Age range
14 Years – 20 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Male or female competitive team sports.
* Registered members of participating team sports.
* Age 14 to 20 years.
* Participation in regular team training and competition during the study period.
* Medically cleared for full participation in training and match play at study entry.
* Willing and able to complete preseason testing and the assigned intervention program.
* Provided written informed consent. For participants younger than 18 years, parent or legal guardian consent will also be obtained.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Current hip or groin injury causing time loss or restricting full participation in training or competition at baseline.
* Lower extremity or lumbar spine injury at baseline that limits safe participation in testing or intervention exercises.
* Surgery involving the hip, groin, pelvis, lumbar spine, or lower extremity within the previous 6 months.
* Any neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or other medical condition that would contraindicate participation in the intervention or testing procedures.
* Inability to complete baseline assessments.
* Planned absence during a substantial part of the preseason intervention period or competitive season.
* Noncompliance with study procedures or refusal to provide consent.
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?
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
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Hip and Groin Injury Incidence During the Competitive Season
Timeframe: Through the competitive season, up to 9 months