Scapular DyskinesisNCT07112807
Comparison of the Effects of ShoulderSphere Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises
A study testing Strengthening Exercises, ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises in people with Scapular Dyskinesis, run by Gazi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The scapula functions as a bridge connecting the upper extremity and the trunk. It contributes to more efficient and functional upper extremity movements. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as a deviation from the resting position and movements of the scapula, can reduce shoulder proprioception, scapular muscle endurance… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 25 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Scapular Dyskinesis
- What is being tested?
- Strengthening Exercises, ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 45 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 21 Oct 2024to 12 Sep 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 25 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Having scapular dyskinesia
- No shoulder or neck pain
Who cannot join
- Positive Neer, Jobe, or Hawkins tests
- Shoulder instability
- Painful arch during arm elevation
- Painful passive or resisted shoulder external rotation at 90° shoulder abduction
- History of shoulder fracture or surgery
- Presence of shoulder pain in the last 6 months
- Presence of cognitive or neurological impairment
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Gazi University
Ankara
Tuğçe Çoban, MSc
About this study
Official title: Comparison of the Effects of ShoulderSphere Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises in Young Individuals With Asymptomatic Scapular Dyskinesis: A Randomized Controlled Study
The scapula functions as a bridge connecting the upper extremity and the trunk. It contributes to more efficient and functional upper extremity movements. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as a deviation from the resting position and movements of the scapula, can reduce shoulder proprioception, scapular muscle endurance, and upper extremity function. The aim is to compare the long-term effects of exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere and the Bodyblade, which provide oscillatory stimulation and vibration, enhancing neuromuscular control that improves these factors. Forty-five volunteers with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis will be randomized into three groups. The control group will receive resistive scapular muscle exercises. The ShoulderSphere group will receive exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere in addition to the control group. The Bodyblade group will receive exercises performed using the Bodyblade in addition to the control group. Pre- and post-treatment proprioception, muscle endurance, and upper extremity function will be assessed, and the groups will be compared. The study results will analyze which method is more effective in the rehabilitation program of individuals with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis and determine its inclusion in the rehabilitation program.
Read the detailed description
The scapula functions as a critical biomechanical and neuromuscular bridge between the upper extremity and the trunk, playing a key role in shoulder stability and movement efficiency. Proper scapular motion and positioning are essential for optimal upper limb function. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as an alteration in the resting position or dynamic movement of the scapula, is associated with impaired proprioception, decreased endurance of scapular stabilizer muscles, and reduced functional capacity of the upper extremity. Even in asymptomatic individuals, scapular dyskinesis may predispose to future shoulder pathologies if left unaddressed.
In recent years, rehabilitation strategies have increasingly focused on enhancing neuromuscular control and sensorimotor integration through tools that provide oscillatory and vibratory stimuli. Two such tools-ShoulderSphere and Bodyblade-have gained attention for their ability to activate deep stabilizing musculature and improve dynamic scapular control. These devices generate multidirectional resistance and stimulate rapid afferent feedback mechanisms, promoting more efficient and coordinated muscle responses.
In this study, investigating the long-term effects of ShoulderSphere and Bodyblade training in individuals with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis may provide valuable insight into their therapeutic potential. The study will involve 45 volunteers who will be randomly assigned to three groups. The control group will perform traditional resistive exercises targeting scapular stabilizers. The ShoulderSphere group will receive the same exercise program with the addition of ShoulderSphere-based training. Similarly, the Bodyblade group will perform the standard exercises along with Bodyblade training. Through this comparison, the study aims to determine which intervention offers greater benefits in improving scapular control, proprioception, and upper extremity function over time.
- Conditions
- Scapular Dyskinesis
- Being tested
- Strengthening Exercises, ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises, Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Strengthening ExercisesOther
Strengthening exercises targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles will be performed. The program will progress by increasing the number of exercises and the amount of resistance.
ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive ExercisesOther
In addition to strengthening exercises, exercises will be performed using the ShoulderSphere in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes with the shoulders in 90° flexion and the elbows in extension.
Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive ExercisesOther
In addition to strengthening exercises, 15 minutes of exercises using the Bodyblade will be performed. Individuals will perform oscillation exercises in the frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes while holding the Bodyblade bar firmly with their shoulders in 90° flexion and elbows in extension.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Control | Experimental | Individuals assigned to the control group will be administered resistive exercises targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles. The program will progress by increasing the number of exercises and the amount of resistance. Receives: Other: Strengthening Exercises |
| ShoulderSphere | Experimental | In addition to the exercises in the control group, exercises will be performed using the ShoulderSphere in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes. Receives: Other: Strengthening Exercises; Other: ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises |
| Bodyblade | Experimental | In addition to the exercises performed in the control group, 15 minutes of exercises using the Bodyblade will be performed. Individuals will perform oscillation exercises in the frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes. Receives: Other: Strengthening Exercises; Other: Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Proprioception
Shoulder joint proprioception will be assessed with a digital inclinometer in flexion, abduction, and external rotation.
Measured: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
Scapular Muscle Endurance
Serratus anterior and trapezius muscle endurance will be assessed using a dynamometer.
Measured: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
Upper Extremity Function
The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability test will be used.
Measured: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
Lateral scapular slide test
This test will be evaluated to detect scapular dyskinesis.
Measured: Before treatment
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted8 Aug 2025
- Study start21 Oct 2024
- Primary completion29 Aug 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion12 Sep 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (4)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Scapular DyskinesisStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Gazi UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 45 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Gazi University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Tuğçe Çoban, Gazi University
- Investigators
- Tuğçe Çoban, MSc, Study director, Gazi University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07112807
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- E-77082166-604.01-975466
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 1 Aug 2025
- Last updated
- 8 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Kibler WB, Sciascia A. Current concepts: scapular dyskinesis. Br J Sports Med. 2010 Apr;44(5):300-5. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2009.058834. Epub 2009 Dec 8.
PubMed 19996329Cho J, Lee K, Kim M, Hahn J, Lee W. The Effects of Double Oscillation Exercise Combined with Elastic Band Exercise on Scapular Stabilizing Muscle Strength and Thickness in Healthy Young Individuals: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. J Sports Sci Med. 2018 Mar 1;17(1):7-16. eCollection 2018 Mar.
PubMed 29535573Lister JL, Del Rossi G, Ma F, Stoutenberg M, Adams JB, Tobkin S, Signorile JF. Scapular stabilizer activity during Bodyblade, cuff weights, and Thera-Band use. J Sport Rehabil. 2007 Feb;16(1):50-67. doi: 10.1123/jsr.16.1.50.
PubMed 17699887Savitzky JA, Abrams LR, Galluzzo NA, Ostrow SP, Protosow TJ, Liu SA, Handrakis JP, Friel K. Effects of a Novel Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation Device on Shoulder Strength and Function. J Strength Cond Res. 2021 Dec 1;35(12):3355-3363. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000003347.
PubMed 35133996
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 8 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparison of the Effects of ShoulderSphere Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises in Young Individuals With Asymptomatic Scapular Dyskinesis: A Randomized Controlled Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07112807
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- E-77082166-604.01-975466
- Conditions
- Scapular Dyskinesis
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 45 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Gazi UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 21 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 29 Aug 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 12 Sep 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 8 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The scapula functions as a bridge connecting the upper extremity and the trunk. It contributes to more efficient and functional upper extremity movements. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as a deviation from the resting position and movements of the scapula, can reduce shoulder proprioception, scapular muscle endurance, and upper extremity function. The aim is to compare the long-term effects of exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere and the Bodyblade, which provide oscillatory stimulation and vibration, enhancing neuromuscular control that improves these factors. Forty-five volunteers with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis will be randomized into three groups. The control group will receive resistive scapular muscle exercises. The ShoulderSphere group will receive exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere in addition to the control group. The Bodyblade group will receive exercises performed using the Bodyblade in addition to the control group. Pre- and post-treatment proprioception, muscle endurance, and upper extremity function will be assessed, and the groups will be compared. The study results will analyze which method is more effective in the rehabilitation program of individuals with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis and determine its inclusion in the rehabilitation program.
Detailed description
The scapula functions as a critical biomechanical and neuromuscular bridge between the upper extremity and the trunk, playing a key role in shoulder stability and movement efficiency. Proper scapular motion and positioning are essential for optimal upper limb function. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as an alteration in the resting position or dynamic movement of the scapula, is associated with impaired proprioception, decreased endurance of scapular stabilizer muscles, and reduced functional capacity of the upper extremity. Even in asymptomatic individuals, scapular dyskinesis may predispose to future shoulder pathologies if left unaddressed.
In recent years, rehabilitation strategies have increasingly focused on enhancing neuromuscular control and sensorimotor integration through tools that provide oscillatory and vibratory stimuli. Two such tools-ShoulderSphere and Bodyblade-have gained attention for their ability to activate deep stabilizing musculature and improve dynamic scapular control. These devices generate multidirectional resistance and stimulate rapid afferent feedback mechanisms, promoting more efficient and coordinated muscle responses.
In this study, investigating the long-term effects of ShoulderSphere and Bodyblade training in individuals with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis may provide valuable insight into their therapeutic potential. The study will involve 45 volunteers who will be randomly assigned to three groups. The control group will perform traditional resistive exercises targeting scapular stabilizers. The ShoulderSphere group will receive the same exercise program with the addition of ShoulderSphere-based training. Similarly, the Bodyblade group will perform the standard exercises along with Bodyblade training. Through this comparison, the study aims to determine which intervention offers greater benefits in improving scapular control, proprioception, and upper extremity function over time.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Control | Experimental | Other: Strengthening ExercisesIndividuals assigned to the control group will be administered resistive exercises targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles. The program will progress by increasing the number of exercises and the amount of resistance. |
| ShoulderSphere | Experimental | Other: Strengthening Exercises, Other: ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive ExercisesIn addition to the exercises in the control group, exercises will be performed using the ShoulderSphere in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes. |
| Bodyblade | Experimental | Other: Strengthening Exercises, Other: Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive ExercisesIn addition to the exercises performed in the control group, 15 minutes of exercises using the Bodyblade will be performed. Individuals will perform oscillation exercises in the frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 25 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Having scapular dyskinesia
- No shoulder or neck pain
Key exclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Positive Neer, Jobe, or Hawkins tests
- Shoulder instability
- Painful arch during arm elevation
- Painful passive or resisted shoulder external rotation at 90° shoulder abduction
- History of shoulder fracture or surgery
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Strengthening ExercisesStrengthening exercises targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles will be performed. The program will progress by increasing the number of exercises and the amount of resistance. | Other | Bodyblade, Control, ShoulderSphere |
| ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive ExercisesIn addition to strengthening exercises, exercises will be performed using the ShoulderSphere in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes with the shoulders in 90° flexion and the elbows in extension. | Other | ShoulderSphere |
| Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive ExercisesIn addition to strengthening exercises, 15 minutes of exercises using the Bodyblade will be performed. Individuals will perform oscillation exercises in the frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes while holding the Bodyblade bar firmly with their shoulders in 90° flexion and elbows in extension. | Other | Bodyblade |
Primary outcome
Proprioception
Time frame: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
Shoulder joint proprioception will be assessed with a digital inclinometer in flexion, abduction, and external rotation.
Scapular Muscle Endurance
Time frame: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
Serratus anterior and trapezius muscle endurance will be assessed using a dynamometer.
Upper Extremity Function
Time frame: Before and after 4 weeks intervention
The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability test will be used.
Lateral scapular slide test
Time frame: Before treatment
This test will be evaluated to detect scapular dyskinesis.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 8 Aug 2025.
- Background: PubMed 19996329Kibler WB, Sciascia A. Current concepts: scapular dyskinesis. Br J Sports Med. 2010 Apr;44(5):300-5. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2009.058834. Epub 2009 Dec 8.
- Background: PubMed 29535573Cho J, Lee K, Kim M, Hahn J, Lee W. The Effects of Double Oscillation Exercise Combined with Elastic Band Exercise on Scapular Stabilizing Muscle Strength and Thickness in Healthy Young Individuals: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. J Sports Sci Med. 2018 Mar 1;17(1):7-16. eCollection 2018 Mar.
- Background: PubMed 17699887Lister JL, Del Rossi G, Ma F, Stoutenberg M, Adams JB, Tobkin S, Signorile JF. Scapular stabilizer activity during Bodyblade, cuff weights, and Thera-Band use. J Sport Rehabil. 2007 Feb;16(1):50-67. doi: 10.1123/jsr.16.1.50.
- Background: PubMed 35133996Savitzky JA, Abrams LR, Galluzzo NA, Ostrow SP, Protosow TJ, Liu SA, Handrakis JP, Friel K. Effects of a Novel Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation Device on Shoulder Strength and Function. J Strength Cond Res. 2021 Dec 1;35(12):3355-3363. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000003347.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
Tuğçe Çoban, MSc study director
Gazi University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Strengthening Exercises, ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises and Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises in people with Scapular Dyskinesis, run by Gazi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 8 Aug 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Tuğçe Çoban, MSc (5454098540, fzttugce@yahoo.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Proprioception (time frame: Before and after 4 weeks intervention). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07112807, which also lists 4 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 8 Aug 2025.