Ankle Isometric Strength and Proprioception in Young Ice Hockey Players
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- What is being studied
- This is an observational study: the protocol does not assign a study treatment.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Ankle Joint Function, Ankle Proprioception, Muscle Strength, Youth Sports Injury Prevention. Basic parameters: 9 years — 10 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Official title
Comparison of Ankle Isometric Strength and Proprioception Between 9-10-Year-Old Junior Ice Hockey Players and Age-Matched Controls
Overview
This observational cross-sectional study aims to profile ankle isometric strength and proprioception in 9-10-year-old junior ice hockey players and to compare these outcomes and limb symmetry indices with age-matched non-athlete children. Ankle isometric muscle strength is assessed using a handheld dynamometer, and ankle proprioception is evaluated using a digital inclinometer. Measurements are performed bilaterally for dominant and non-dominant limbs. Group comparisons and limb symmetry analyses are conducted to identify potential neuromuscular differences related to sports participation.
Primary outcome measures
- Ankle Isometric Strength [Time frame: Single assessment session]
Secondary outcome measures (1)
- Ankle Proprioception [Time frame: Single assessment session]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Children aged 9 to 10 years.
- For the ice hockey group: regular participation in organized junior ice hockey training.
- For the control group: no participation in organized sports or structured athletic training.
- Ability to understand and follow test instructions.
- Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians
Exclusion criteria
- History of lower extremity injury within the past 6 months.
- Previous ankle or lower limb surgery.
- Presence of neurological, musculoskeletal, or balance disorders that could affect ankle strength or proprioception.
- Current pain or injury affecting lower extremity function.
- Any medical condition that would limit safe participation in the assessments.
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
Study locations
Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07336524 · E-18/231