Sports Physical TherapyNCT07440732
Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu Ball Push-ups In Cricketers
A study testing Plyometric push-up and Bosu ball push-ups in people with Sports Physical Therapy, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
Comparative Effectiveness Of Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu ball Push-ups On Shoulder Stability and Functional Strength In Cricketers Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 26 years, men onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Sports Physical Therapy
- What is being tested?
- Plyometric push-up and Bosu ball push-ups
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 44 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 11 Jul 2025to 30 Dec 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
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 26 years
- Men only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- No recent shoulder injuries
- Subjects in the age group of 18 to 26 years
- Playing competitively at least once a month
- Involved in resistance training for at least six months
Who cannot join
- history of severe neurological deficit.
- Injury or concussion in the past six months
- Operative treatment for lower or upper limb in the past six months
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Comparative Effectiveness Of Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu Ball Push-ups On Shoulder Stability And Functional Strength In Cricketers
Comparative Effectiveness Of Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu ball Push-ups On Shoulder Stability and Functional Strength In Cricketers
Read the detailed description
comparative effectiveness of plyometric push ups and bosu ball push ups on shoulder stability and functional strength inthe cricketers
- Conditions
- Sports Physical Therapy
- Being tested
- Plyometric push-up, Bosu ball push-ups
- Keywords
- Shoulder Stability, Functional Strength, Plyometric push-ups, BOSU BALL push-ups, Cricketers, Exercise training, Endurance, Upperbody stability
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Plyometric push-upOther
22 participants will perform plyometric push ups
Bosu ball push-upsOther
22 Participants will perform BOSU ball push ups
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | Experimental | 22 Participants will be in group A they will only perform plyometric push ups Receives: Other: Plyometric push-up |
| Group B | Experimental | 22 Participants will perform BOSU ball push-ups Receives: Other: Bosu ball push-ups |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test (UQYBT)
The UQYBT is a valid and reliable test specifically designed for assessing shoulder stability and dynamic control in the upper body. It tests an individuals ability to maintain stability while reaching in three different directions. The participant places one hand on the center of the Y-shaped test grid while reaching in three directions (medial, superolateral, and inferolateral) with the other hand. The maximum reach distances in each direction are measured and normalized to limb length. Reach distances in each direction are recorded and averaged for each arm. This tool is reliable for measuring upper body dynamic stability, making it relevant for evaluating shoulder control improvements from each push-up variation
Measured: 8 weeks
2.Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST)
This test measures upper body stability and strength in a closed kinetic chain, which simulates the position used in both types of push-ups. It has been validated for measuring shoulder endurance, stability, and coordination. Participants are placed in a push-up position with their hands spaced 36 inches apart. They repeatedly touch alternating hands across the body within a 15-second period. The total number of touches is counted and recorded. The CKCUEST is useful for assessing upper body strength and stability, as it closely simulates the push-up movements used in the study. It is a practical, field-based test commonly applied in athletic assessments for shoulder stability and strength .
Measured: 8 weeks
3.Push-up test
This test assesses upper body muscular endurance, which is essential for sustained performance and resilience against fatigue in athletes. Participants perform standard push-ups until they are unable to maintain proper form or reach fatigue. The total number of push-ups completed with good form is recorded. The number of push-ups reflects muscular endurance improvements, allowing for assessment of the cumulative effects of plyometric and Bosu ball push-up interventions on upper body endurance .
Measured: 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted27 Feb 2026
- Study start11 Jul 2025
- Primary completion21 Nov 2025
- Study completion30 Dec 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Sports Physical TherapyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Riphah International 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
- Model description
- Randomized Control Design
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 44 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Muhammad Ibtesam Ibtesam, DPT, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07440732
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/RCR & AHS/24/0496
- Status last verified
- Feb 2026
- First submitted
- 23 Feb 2026
- Last updated
- 27 Feb 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 Feb 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparative Effectiveness Of Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu Ball Push-ups On Shoulder Stability And Functional Strength In Cricketers
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07440732
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/RCR & AHS/24/0496
- Conditions
- Sports Physical Therapy
- Keywords
- Shoulder Stability, Functional Strength, Plyometric push-ups, BOSU BALL push-ups, Cricketers, Exercise training, Endurance, Upperbody stability
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 44 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 11 Jul 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 21 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Dec 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 27 Feb 2026 (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.
Comparative Effectiveness Of Plyometric Push-ups And Bosu ball Push-ups On Shoulder Stability and Functional Strength In Cricketers
Detailed description
comparative effectiveness of plyometric push ups and bosu ball push ups on shoulder stability and functional strength inthe cricketers
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Randomized Control Design
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | Experimental | Other: Plyometric push-up22 Participants will be in group A they will only perform plyometric push ups |
| Group B | Experimental | Other: Bosu ball push-ups22 Participants will perform BOSU ball push-ups |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 26 years
- Sex
- Male only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- No recent shoulder injuries
- Subjects in the age group of 18 to 26 years
- Playing competitively at least once a month
- Involved in resistance training for at least six months
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- history of severe neurological deficit.
- Injury or concussion in the past six months
- Operative treatment for lower or upper limb in the past six months
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plyometric push-up22 participants will perform plyometric push ups | Other | Group A |
| Bosu ball push-ups22 Participants will perform BOSU ball push ups | Other | Group B |
Primary outcome
Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test (UQYBT)
Time frame: 8 weeks
The UQYBT is a valid and reliable test specifically designed for assessing shoulder stability and dynamic control in the upper body. It tests an individuals ability to maintain stability while reaching in three different directions. The participant places one hand on the center of the Y-shaped test grid while reaching in three directions (medial, superolateral, and inferolateral) with the other hand. The maximum reach distances in each direction are measured and normalized to limb length. Reach distances in each direction are recorded and averaged for each arm. This tool is reliable for measuring upper body dynamic stability, making it relevant for evaluating shoulder control improvements from each push-up variation
2.Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST)
Time frame: 8 weeks
This test measures upper body stability and strength in a closed kinetic chain, which simulates the position used in both types of push-ups. It has been validated for measuring shoulder endurance, stability, and coordination. Participants are placed in a push-up position with their hands spaced 36 inches apart. They repeatedly touch alternating hands across the body within a 15-second period. The total number of touches is counted and recorded. The CKCUEST is useful for assessing upper body strength and stability, as it closely simulates the push-up movements used in the study. It is a practical, field-based test commonly applied in athletic assessments for shoulder stability and strength .
3.Push-up test
Time frame: 8 weeks
This test assesses upper body muscular endurance, which is essential for sustained performance and resilience against fatigue in athletes. Participants perform standard push-ups until they are unable to maintain proper form or reach fatigue. The total number of push-ups completed with good form is recorded. The number of push-ups reflects muscular endurance improvements, allowing for assessment of the cumulative effects of plyometric and Bosu ball push-up interventions on upper body endurance .
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 27 Feb 2026.
- 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. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Muhammad Ibtesam Ibtesam, DPT principal investigator
Riphah International 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 Plyometric push-up and Bosu ball push-ups in people with Sports Physical Therapy, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
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 4 inclusion and 3 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Feb 2026. 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 Pakistan. 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?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test (UQYBT) (time frame: 8 weeks). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 27 Feb 2026.