Clinical trials: Muscle Strengthening
Knee Osteoarthritis
Strengthening Program for Foot-ankle Muscles in People With Knee Osteoarthritis
The main objective of this trial is To evaluate the effect of an ankle and foot muscle strengthening program on pain, analgesic consumption, functionality, and lower limb biomechanics during gait in individuals with knee…
- Trial name
- NCT04154059
- Testing
- Intervention Group
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos
COPD, Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Tele-based Resisted Exercise for COPD
The present study aims to investigate the effect of six weeks tele-based resisted exercises on cardiopulmonary function, quality of life, muscle strength and functioanl performance among patients with chronic obstructive…
- Conditions
- COPD, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Telerehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
- Trial name
- NCT04870632
- Testing
- Education, Video-based pulmonary rehabilitation, Booklet-based pulmonary rehabilitation
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
Piriformis Syndrome
Effects of Global Hip Versus Isolated Abductors Strengthening Exercises in Patients Withsecondary Piriformis Syndrome
The study will be a randomized controlled trial. Twenty-four subjects will be assigned randomly by using the lottery method into two groups.
- Trial name
- NCT05848063
- Testing
- Global hip muscles strengthening exercises, Hip abductors strengthening exercises
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Shoulder Pain, Sleep Quality
Effects of Respiratory Muscle Strengthening and Diaphragmatic Breathing on Shoulder Pain and Disability
The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of respiratory muscle strengthening and diaphragmatic breathing on pain levels, respiratory capacity and sleep quality in participants with shoulder pain and disability.
- Conditions
- Shoulder Pain, Sleep Quality, Lung Cavity, Pain Intensity
- Trial name
- NCT07885215
- Testing
- shoulder rehabilitation, respiratory muscle strengthening exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University
Cerebral Palsy, Upper Extremity Dysfunction
The Effect of Upper Extremity Strengthening on Functionality, Muscle Strength and Trunk in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is an activity limitation, movement and posture deficiencies in early stage of life. In 80% of these children, upper extremity (UE) dysfunctions are observed, which leads to loss of quality of life, resulting…
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Upper Extremity Dysfunction, Upper Extremity Functions, Muscle Strength
- Trial name
- NCT05115695
- Testing
- traditional physiotherapy approach, muscle strengthening exercise/Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Sedantary Activity, Balance
EFFECTS OF DEEP WATER CORE EXERCİSES ON BALANCE AND MUSCLE STRENGTH İN SEDENTARY WOMEN
The aim of these clinical trials is to investigate the current effects of a 12-week deep-sea exercise program on sedentary, balance, and muscle strength.
- Conditions
- Sedantary Activity, Balance, Muscle Strength Development, Water- Exercise
- Trial name
- DWCE (NCT07609979)
- Testing
- Deep Water Core Exercise
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 16 people
- Sponsor
- Igdir University
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
Bracing and Strengthening for Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a problem with the tendon connecting one of the lower leg muscles to the foot bone. PTTD can cause pain, swelling, and a flattened foot and may require surgery if left untreated.
- Trial name
- NCT00756457
- Testing
- Bracing, Strengthening exercises, Stretching exercises
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 39 people
- Sponsor
- Ithaca College
Down Syndrome (DS), Low Bone Mineral Density
The Impact of Core Stability Versus Respiratory Muscle Strengthening Exercises on Bone Mineral Density in Children With Down Syndrome
Children with Down syndrome often exhibit diminished physical fitness levels and lower bone mass. Numerous factors contribute to this decrease in bone mass density, including decreased levels of leptin, reduced muscle mass and…
- Trial name
- NCT07328165
- Testing
- Core Stability Exercise Group, Respiratory Muscle Strengthening Group, Control /Conventional Physiotherapy Group
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
Neck Pain
Effects of MET and Biofeedback Strengthening With and Without Kinesiotaping in Upper Crossed Syndrome
This randomised controlled trial will aim to evaluate the combined effects of Muscle Energy Technique (MET) and biofeedback strengthening, with and without Kinesiotaping (KT), on pain, posture, deep neck flexor strength, and…
- Trial name
- NCT07079319
- Testing
- MET + Biofeedback Strengthening + Kinesiotaping, MET + Biofeedback Strengthening
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 58 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Aging, Muscle Strength
Mental Effort and Muscle Strength
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of mental effort on improving muscle strength.
- Trial name
- NCT00059436
- Testing
- Mental effort in muscle strengthening
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Stress Urinary Incontinence, Sexual Dysfunction
Effectiveness of Kegel Exercise Device in Strengthening Pelvic Floor and Treating Urinary Incontinence (UI)
This study will assess the effectiveness of a new pelvic floor exercise device in strengthening pelvic floor muscles and treating urinary incontinence among women who are experiencing symptoms of pelvic floor weakness.
- Trial name
- NCT02617472
- Testing
- Pelvic floor exerciser
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 93 people
- Sponsor
- Lelo Inc.
Knee Osteoarthritis
Effect Of Strengthening Hip Rotators And Ankle Muscles On Knee Osteoarthritis
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effect of adding strengthening exercise for hip rotators and ankle muscles to knee exercises on pain, function, muscles strength , and knee proprioception in patients with…
- Trial name
- NCT05855681
- Testing
- therapeutic exercises
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
Exercise Movement Techniques, Muscle Strength
Core Strengthening vs Pilates Exercises on Posture, Body Awareness and Fatigue Among Female Athletes
The study is randomized and single-blinded. Ethical approval is taken from ethical committee of Riphah International University, Lahore.
- Conditions
- Exercise Movement Techniques, Muscle Strength, Athletes, Posture
- Trial name
- NCT06196268
- Testing
- core strengthening exercise, Pilates exercise
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 44 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Effect of Exercise Order During Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Muscle Strength in Patients With COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a chronic multisystem disease frequently associated with peripheral muscle dysfunction, which is strongly linked to prognosis and survival.
- Trial name
- ISTOR-COPD (NCT07655011)
- Testing
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Strength First, Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Endurance First
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 138 people
- Sponsor
- CHU de Reims
Anterior Sacral Torsion Dysfunction
Comparative Effects of METs and Core Strengthening on Anterior Sacral Torsion Dysfunction
This study aims to compare the effects of Muscle Energy Technique (MET) and core strengthening exercises in patients with anterior sacral torsion dysfunction.
- Trial name
- NCT07905118
- Testing
- METs, Core strengthening
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 48 people
- Sponsor
- University of Management and Technology Lahore
Osteoarthritis, Knee
The Influence of Hip Strengthening Exercises on Walking Patterns and Muscle Strength in Persons With Knee Osteoarthritis
The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of a home program of exercises for the hip muscles which support the pelvis on walking patterns and hip muscle strength in people with knee osteoarthritis.
- Trial name
- NCT00427843
- Testing
- home exercise program for the hip abductor muscles
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Queen's University
Knee Osteoarthritis
Combined Application of Electrical Stimulation and Volitional Contractions for Muscle Strengthening and Knee Pain Inhibition (Seated Study)
The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of a 12-week low-load neuromuscular electrical stimulation with volitional contraction (NMES-VC) training program to improve quadriceps strength and activation, while not…
- Trial name
- NCT02802878
- Testing
- Hybrid Training using Electrodes and Joint Motion Sensors, Isokinetic Training with Isokinetic Dynamometer
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- University of Kansas Medical Center
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, TMD
Effects of Core Strengthening Exercises for Treating TMD
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are commonly managed with non-invasive interventions such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, relaxation techniques, and patient education.
- Conditions
- Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, TMD, TMJ Internal Derangement, Myofascial Pain
- Trial name
- NCT07226505
- Testing
- Experimental: Group 1: Core Strengthening, Group 2: Standard TMD PT
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Loyola University
Non-specific Chronic Low Back Pain, Central Sensitization
Exercise Interventions for Overweight Men With Chronic Low Back Pain
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of motor control exercise, aerobic walking exercise, and muscle strengthening exercise in overweight male adults with non-specific chronic low back pain and…
- Trial name
- MAMS-CLBP (NCT07688564)
- Testing
- Motor Control Exercise, Aerobic Walking Exercise, Muscle Strengthening Exercise
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
- Volunteers
- 156 people
- Sponsor
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
Minimalist Footwear, Traditional Foot Exercise Program
Foot Strengthening to Improve Balance and Gait in Older Adults
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether different foot-strengthening strategies can improve foot strength, balance, walking ability, and fall-related outcomes in middle-aged and older adults (ages 45-85 years).
- Conditions
- Minimalist Footwear, Traditional Foot Exercise Program, Foot Strengthening Device (ToePro), Control Condition
- Trial name
- NCT07384754
- Testing
- Minimalist footwear, Foot strengthening exercises, ToePro foot strengthening device
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 160 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Indiana University