The Impact of Whole-Body Vibration and Relaxation Techniques on Adolescent Athlete Girls With Triad Syndrome"
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- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: whole body vibration device, relaxation training.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Menstrual Cycle Abnormal. Basic parameters: 14 years — 16 years · Female.
- 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
- Egypt
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Overview
This study aims to explore the effects of Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) exercises and relaxation techniques on adolescent female athletes who are experiencing Female Athlete Triad Syndrome - a condition that may include low bone density, irregular menstrual cycles, and low energy availability. Participants will take part in a structured program combining vibration training and relaxation sessions over several weeks. The goal is to determine whether this combination can improve bone health, menstrual regularity, physical performance, and overall well-being in young female athletes.
Detailed description
The Female Athlete Triad is a medical condition commonly observed in adolescent female athletes and is characterized by three interrelated components: low energy availability (with or without an eating disorder), menstrual dysfunction, and decreased bone mineral density. These factors can negatively affect growth, performance, and long-term health.
This randomized controlled study aims to investigate the combined effects of Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) training and relaxation techniques on adolescent athlete girls diagnosed with the Female Athlete Triad Syndrome.
Participants will be divided into two groups : study group will receive WBV and relaxation training and control group will receive relaxation technique only. The intervention will be conducted for 8 weeks under the supervision of a physiotherapist.
Primary outcomes will include changes in bone mineral density and hormonal regulation. Secondary outcomes will assess psychological well-being.
This study seeks to provide evidence on the potential benefits of combining WBV and relaxation techniques to support bone health, hormonal regulation, and physical and mental recovery among adolescent female athletes.
Interventions
- Device whole body vibration device
Participants in study group will receive a combination of Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) training and relaxation techniques during the same intervention period. Each session will include approximately 15-20 minutes of WBV exercises performed on a vibration platform under physiotherapist supervision, followed by 20-30 minutes of guided relaxation training involving deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness-based relaxation. The sessions will be conducted three times per week fo - Other relaxation training
for both groups (A\&B) will receive relaxation Techniques Training The program may include: 1. Diaphragmatic (Deep) Breathing Focus on slow, controlled breathing from the diaphragm Typically: 4-6 breaths per minute 2. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) Tensing and relaxing different muscle groups Increases body awareness and reduces physical tension 3. Autogenic Training Uses visualizations and self-suggestions to induce relaxation (e.g., "My arms feel heavy and warm") Enhances self-regulatio
Primary outcome measures
- hormonal regularity [Time frame: 2 months]
- bone mineral density [Time frame: 2 months]
Secondary outcome measures (1)
- psychological well-being [Time frame: 2 months]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Low energy availability (with or without disordered eating)
- Menstrual dysfunction (oligomenorrhea)
- Low bone mineral density or a history of stress fractures
Exclusion criteria
- Recent fractures or unhealed stress fractures within the last 6 months.
- Presence of serious medical conditions that contraindicate WBV or exercise participation, such as: Uncontrolled cardiovascular disease, Uncontrolled hypertension, Neurological disorders, Severe vestibular disorders, Active cancer, Bleeding/clotting disorders.
- Severe eating disorder requiring inpatient medical or psychiatric treatment.
- Current use of medications that significantly affect bone or hormonal status
- Participation in another interventional clinical study within the last 3 months.
- Inability or unwillingness to provide assent/consent or comply with study procedures.
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Model
- Parallel assignment
- Masking
- Double blind
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
Study locations
Egypt · 1 center
- Mti — Cairo
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07587346 · REC/2111/MTI.PT/2511401