| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2024/09/073239 [Registered on: 02/09/2024] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
26/06/2025 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
Yes |
| Type of Trial |
Observational |
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Type of Study
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Cross Sectional Study |
| Study Design |
Other |
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Public Title of Study
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Grip strength and lower limb explosive strength in boxer, mixed martial art athlete, and power lifters |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Relationship Between Grip Strength and Lower Limb Explosive Strength Among Boxers, Mixed Martial Art Athletes and Power Lifters: A Cross-Sectional Study |
| Trial Acronym |
NIL |
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Secondary IDs if Any
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| Secondary ID |
Identifier |
| NIL |
NIL |
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Details of Principal Investigator or overall Trial Coordinator (multi-center study)
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| Name |
Jigmee Sherpa |
| Designation |
Post-graduate Student |
| Affiliation |
Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
Central Referral Hospital, Department of Physiotherapy, 5th mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim India
East
SIKKIM
737102
India |
| Phone |
8436968148 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
jsherpa24022000@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
Dr Binita Pradhan |
| Designation |
Lecturer |
| Affiliation |
Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
Central Referral Hospital, Department of Physiotherapy, 5th mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim India
East
SIKKIM
737102
India |
| Phone |
8172049599 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
binita.p@smims.smu.edu.in |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
Jigmee Sherpa |
| Designation |
Post-graduate Student |
| Affiliation |
Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
Central Referral Hospital, Department of Physiotherapy, 5th mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim India
East
SIKKIM
737102
India |
| Phone |
8436968148 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
jsherpa24022000@gmail.com |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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| Central Referral Hospital, 5th Mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim, India, 737102 |
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
Nil |
| Address |
Nil |
| Type of Sponsor |
Other [Nil] |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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Countries of Recruitment
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India |
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Sites of Study
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| No of Sites = 1 |
| Name of Principal
Investigator |
Name of Site |
Site Address |
Phone/Fax/Email |
| Dr Jigmee Sherpa PT |
Central Referral Hospital |
Central Referral Hospital, Department of Physiotherapy, 5th Floor, 5th Mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim, India
East
SIKKIM |
8436968148
jsherpa24022000@gmail.com |
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Details of Ethics Committee
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| No of Ethics Committees= 1 |
| Name of Committee |
Approval Status |
| SMIMS INSTITUTE ETHICS COMMITE |
Approved |
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Regulatory Clearance Status from DCGI
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Health Condition / Problems Studied
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| Health Type |
Condition |
| Healthy Human Volunteers |
Healthy athletes |
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Intervention |
nil |
nil |
| Comparator Agent |
nil |
nil |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
18.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
30.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
1. All registered Boxers and Power Lifters of Sikkim Boxing Association and Sikkim Power Lifting Association since past 1 year.
2. All MMA athletes who have competed in at
least one event in past 1 year.
3. Both genders with age group of (18-30 years).
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
1.Participant who has not trained for more than 1 month.
2. Any history of musculoskeletal injury or surgery less than 6 months old.
3. Refusing to participate in the study. |
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Not Applicable |
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Method of Concealment
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Not Applicable |
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Blinding/Masking
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Not Applicable |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
1. SAEHAN Digital hand dynamometer (unit in kgs): To assess the grip strength.
2. Sargeant Jump Test (unit in cms): To assess the lower limb explosive strength. |
One time study, (cross sectional study) |
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
1. Waist- Hip Ratio (WHR), here waist & hip circumference is measured in centimetres.
2. Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR), here waist & hip circumference is measured in centimetres.
3. Girth Measurement in centimetres (cms).
4. Reaction time in milliseconds (ms).
5. Bioelectrical Impedance Analyser (BIA)
6. Blood pressure in millimetres of mercury (mmHg)
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One time study, (cross sectional study) |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="132"
Sample Size from India="132"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "120"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="120" |
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Phase of Trial
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N/A |
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Date of First Enrollment (India)
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10/09/2024 |
| Date of Study Completion (India) |
25/03/2025 |
| Date of First Enrollment (Global) |
Date Missing |
| Date of Study Completion (Global) |
25/03/2025 |
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Estimated Duration of Trial
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Years="1"
Months="0"
Days="0" |
Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)
Modification(s)
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Completed |
| Recruitment Status of Trial (India) |
Completed |
Publication Details
Modification(s)
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Journal of Exercise Rehabilitation |
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Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement
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Will individual participant data (IPD) be shared publicly (including data dictionaries)?
Response - NO
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Brief Summary
Modification(s)
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Study Title: Relationship Between Grip Strength and Lower Limb Explosive Strength Among Boxers, Mixed Martial Arts Athletes, and Power Lifters :A Cross-Sectional Study Dear Participant, We invite you to participate in our study on the Relationship Between Grip Strength and Lower Limb Explosive Strength Among Boxers, Mixed Martial Arts Athletes, and Power Lifters". Before we begin, we need your consent to collect information from you. Please review the following information carefully. Participation Details: Voluntary Participation: Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you may choose to withdraw at any time without affecting your physical performance. Confidentiality: Your personal information will be kept confidential and only used for this study. Purpose of the Study: The aim of this study is to explore how grip strength relates to lower limb explosive strength among boxers, mixed martial arts athletes, and power lifters. What to Expect During the Study: Grip Strength Measurement: We will assess your grip strength using the SAEHAN hand grip dynamometer. You will sit comfortably with your arm supported and squeeze the dynamometer as hard as possible for 5-6 seconds. This will be repeated three times with short rests in between. The dynamometer measures the force in kilograms, and the average of these attempts will be recorded. Vertical Jump Measurement: We will measure your vertical jump height using a Modified Vertical Jump Board. You will stand sideways facing a board attached to a wall and use chalk to mark your highest jump. This process will be repeated three times, and the average height of these jumps will be calculated. Additional Assessments: We will also conduct several secondary assessments including body fat distribution through Waist-to-Hip Ratio and Waist-to-Height Ratio, muscle size and distribution through Girth Measurements, reaction time assessments, and Bioelectric Impedance Analysis for detailed body composition. These tests will give a comprehensive view of your physical fitness and help in developing tailored training interventions.
Risks: Minimal risks such as fatigue and mild discomfort are involved. Safety measures will be in place to address any potential issues. Benefits: While there are no direct benefits to you, the results will contribute to optimizing strategies for injury prevention and performance enhancement. Compensation: No financial compensation will be provided for your participation. Confidentiality: All personal details will be anonymized upon completion of the study to ensure confidentiality. Participants who do not comply with study protocols may be excluded. Right to Withdraw: You may withdraw from the study at any time without any questions or consequences. Note: During the grip strength and vertical jump assessments, our assessors ensured the safety and well-being. In case of any injury, immediate medical assistance will be provided, and financial support will be available for any related expenses. Outcome Measures: All measurements was taken in the early morning. |