Stretching to Improve Jumping Performance

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN · Apr 17, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how different stretching exercises can help improve jumping performance in young athletes. Specifically, it compares an 8-week program that focuses on stretching the muscles in the lower leg (called plantar flexors) with a program that involves stretching the shoulder muscles. The goal is to see which type of stretching helps athletes jump higher.

If you're a young athlete between the ages of 14 and 18 and are currently training in a sport, you might be eligible to participate. However, if you have any injuries that could affect your jumping or stretching, you may not qualify. Participants in the trial will follow the stretching program for two months and will be assessed on their jumping abilities. This is a great opportunity to potentially enhance your performance while contributing to valuable research!

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Currently involved in a sport training program
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Current or past injuries that might affect jumping performance or stretching the plantar flexors or shoulder joint