Clinical trial NCT07026383: Physiological and Psychological Profiles
Official title: Physiological and Psychological Profiles of the Athletic Women and the Risk of Sport Injuries in Saudi Arabia
Study type: OBSERVATIONAL
Overall status: RECRUITING
Conditions: Healthy Volunteer
Female
Lead sponsor: Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University
Sponsor class: OTHER
First posted: 2025-06-18
Enrollment: 60
Sex: FEMALE
Minimum age (years): 18
Maximum age (years): 45
Standard ages: ADULT
Accepts healthy volunteers: yes
Observational model: OTHER
Time perspective: CROSS_SECTIONAL
Sampling method: NON_PROBABILITY_SAMPLE
Study population: The study participants will be selected from female athletes aged 18 to 35 years who are actively participating in rugby and basketball teams in Saudi Arabia. These athletes are involved in regular training and competitive matches, have at least one year of experience in their respective sports, and represent the population of active female sports enthusiasts within this age group in the region.

Brief summary: The participation of women in high-impact sports such as rugby and basketball has been steadily increasing in Saudi Arabia. These sports are known for their physical demands and competitive nature, which have heightened the incidence of sports-related injuries. Understanding the predictive factors for these injuries is critical for developing preventive strategies, reducing long-term health consequences, and reducing healthcare burdens. Therefore, this study aims to identify the predictive effect of physiological factors (e.g., muscle strength, anaerobic power, oxygen consumption) and psychological factors (e.g., self-efficacy, resilience) on sports injuries among female athletes in Saudi Arabia, particularly focusing on those involved in rugby and basketball.

A prospective cross-sectional design will be employed, involving a total of 30 female athletes aged 18-35 years actively participating in rugby and basketball. Data will be collected at the lifestyle research center through a series of physiological assessments, including maximal oxygen consumption, anaerobic power testing, isokinetic muscle strength testing, and psychological evaluations using validated questionnaires. The findings are expected to provide insights into the specific factors that increase injury risk among Saudi female athletes, offering targeted strategies for injury prevention. These strategies aim not only to minimize injuries but also to reduce associated healthcare costs, thereby supporting the sustainable growth of women's sports in Saudi Arabia. Ultimately, this study seeks to contribute to the broader objectives of Vision 2030 by promoting a vibrant sports culture and enhancing public health.


Eligibility criteria: Inclusion Criteria:

* Female athletes aged 18-35 years recruited from rugby and basketball teams in Saudi Arabia
* Actively involved in rugby and basketball
* Minimum of one year of experience in their respective sport
* Regular participation in training and competitive events

Exclusion Criteria:

* Recent injury within the last six months that limits athletic performance Pregnancy
* Presence of any chronic medical condition that could influence study outcomes
* Uncontrolled diabetes or hypertension

Primary outcomes:
measure: Maximal oxygen consumption test:
timeFrame: baseline
measure: Wingate test
timeFrame: baseline
measure: Isokinetic muscle strength
timeFrame: baseline
measure: The General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES)
timeFrame: baseline
measure: Brief Resilience Scale (BRS)
timeFrame: baseline
Secondary outcomes:
Other outcomes:
Locations:
city: Riyadh
country: Saudi Arabia
facility: PNU
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