Effects of a 12-week T10 Exercise Program on Shooting Performance, Upper Extremity Function, Bala… (NCT07681427) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of a 12-week T10 Exercise Program on Shooting Performance, Upper Extremity Function, Balance and Reaction Time in Competitive Air Pistol Athletes
Turkey (Türkiye)24 participantsStarted 2026-07-10
Plain-language summary
Air pistol shooting requires a high level of postural stability, upper extremity neuromuscular control, and concentration to achieve optimal performance. Prolonged maintenance of the shooting position may lead to shoulder muscle fatigue, reduced joint stability, and impaired shooting accuracy. Although sport-specific exercise programs have been recommended to improve physical performance in shooters, the effectiveness of the T10 exercise program has not yet been investigated in this population. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of a 12-week T10 exercise program, in addition to routine training, on shooting performance in competitive air pistol athletes. Secondary outcomes include upper and lower extremity functional performance, balance, muscular endurance, upper extremity stability, grip strength, medicine ball throw performance, and visual and auditory reaction time. Participants will be randomly allocated to either an intervention group receiving the T10 exercise program plus routine training or a control group continuing routine training alone. Assessments will be performed at baseline and after the 12-week intervention. The findings of this study may provide evidence for the effectiveness of a sport-specific neuromuscular exercise program in enhancing shooting performance and physical function in competitive air pistol athletes.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 40 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 18 and 40 years.
* Competitive air pistol athletes with at least 2 years of regular shooting experience.
* Participating in shooting training for at least 6 hours per week.
* Being in the preseason training period.
* Willing to participate and able to provide written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Current upper extremity musculoskeletal injury or pain.
* History of upper extremity orthopedic surgery.
* Neurological or cognitive disorders affecting participation.
* Visual or hearing impairments that may interfere with testing or shooting performance.
* Inflammatory joint disease involving the lower extremities.
* History of lower extremity orthopedic surgery or musculoskeletal deformity affecting performance.
* Rheumatologic, metabolic, or cardiovascular disease.
* Body mass index (BMI) \>30 kg/m².
* Current use of psychiatric medication.
* Failure to attend two consecutive intervention sessions during the study period.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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.