Impact of a Cueing Device on Upper Extremity Muscle Strength in Swimmers

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA · Apr 4, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at whether a special tool called an external cueing device (ECD) can help young swimmers improve their shoulder strength and stability. The ECD is designed to limit arm movement and give swimmers a specific target to focus on during their exercises. The study aims to answer two main questions: Does using the ECD during exercises boost muscle strength? And does it help with shoulder stability?

To participate, swimmers need to be healthy adolescents aged 11 to 18 who are members of the Central Maryland Swimming Association (CMSA) and actively involved in a dry-land training program. Participants will start by testing their shoulder strength and stability, then complete eight exercises using the ECD over six weeks. They will retest their strength and stability after three weeks and again at the end of the study. This trial is not yet recruiting participants but aims to help young athletes enhance their performance and reduce the risk of injuries.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Healthy Volunteer Adolescent Swimmers
• • Member of CMSA
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Swimmers under the age of 11 years of age.
• • Swimmers that are not registered as athletes through United States Swimming.
• • Swimmers that are not enrolled in Age Group III, Senior 1, Senior 2, or Senior 3
• • Swimmers not attending practice due to an injury (i.e., shoulder, back, etc.).
• • Swimmers currently not participating in a dryland program offered through CMSA.