| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2026/02/103743 [Registered on: 12/02/2026] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
12/02/2026 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
Yes |
| Type of Trial |
Interventional |
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Type of Study
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Physiotherapy (Not Including YOGA) |
| Study Design |
Randomized, Parallel Group, Active Controlled Trial |
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Public Title of Study
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Effect of Core Strengthening Exercises with and without Dual-Task Training on Performance in Elite Karate Athletes |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Effect of McGill Core Exercises Combined with Dual-Task Training Versus McGill Core Exercises on Performance Outcomes in Elite Karate Kata Athletes: A Randomized Clinical Trial |
| 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 |
Dr Dhaval Chivate |
| Designation |
Associate Professor |
| Affiliation |
KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
KLES Dr.Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Karnataka - 590010 Belgaum
India
Belgaum
KARNATAKA
590010
India |
| Phone |
8494869771 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
dhavalchivate@klekipt.edu.in |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
Dr Dhaval Chivate |
| Designation |
Associate Professor |
| Affiliation |
KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
KLES Dr.Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Karnataka - 590010 Belgaum
India
Belgaum
KARNATAKA
590010
India |
| Phone |
8494869771 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
dhavalchivate@klekipt.edu.in |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
Saniya Shah |
| Designation |
Post Graduate Student |
| Affiliation |
KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy |
| Address |
KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Karnataka - 590010 Belgaum
India
Belgaum
KARNATAKA
590016
India |
| Phone |
09967976971 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
saniyashah2739@gmail.com |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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| KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi |
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
Saniya Shah |
| Address |
KLES Dr.Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Karnataka - 590010 Belgaum
India |
| Type of Sponsor |
Other [Self] |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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| Name |
Address |
| Dr Dhaval Chivate |
KLES Dr.Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Karnataka - 590010 Belgaum
India |
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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 Dhaval Chivate |
KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC |
KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC Advanced Physiotherapy Center, Department of Sports Physiotherapy, Room no 39, Sagar Floor, Nehru Nagar, Belgaum, KARNATAKA-590010
Belgaum
KARNATAKA |
8494869771
dhavalchivate@klekipt.edu.in |
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Details of Ethics Committee
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| No of Ethics Committees= 1 |
| Name of Committee |
Approval Status |
| Research and Ethical Committe, KLEU Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi |
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 |
Karate Athletes between the age group of 15 to 35 years |
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Intervention |
Core–Cognitive Dual-Task Training (CCDT) |
Group A (Core–Cognitive Dual-Task Training, CCDT) will receive McGill core stabilization exercises (Forearm Plank, Side Plank – left and right, and Modified Biering–Sørensen hold) combined with simultaneous cognitive dual-task activities (auditory recall tasks, verbal cue responses, and visual Stroop-based stimulus discrimination). Cognitive task complexity and exercise duration will be progressively increased weekly. Each session will last 45–60 minutes, conducted three times per week on alternate days for 4 weeks (total 12 sessions). Exercises will begin with 2 sets of 30–40 seconds and progress to 3 sets of 50–60 seconds as tolerated. |
| Comparator Agent |
McGill Core Exercise |
Group B (Conventional Core Training) will receive the same McGill core exercises without any cognitive dual-task component, following identical duration, frequency, and progression parameters (45–60 minutes per session, 3 sessions/week for 4 weeks). All sessions will be supervised by a qualified physiotherapist to ensure proper technique and adherence to protocol. |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
15.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
35.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
1. Participant should be willing to participate, with written informed consent/assent form and comply with all testing and recording procedures.
2. Male and female competitive karate athletes aged 15-35years specializing in the kata discipline.
Minimum of 2 years of continuous kata training and competition.
3. Active participation in at least two kata competitions.
4. Ability to perform a complete standardized kata sequence appropriate to their training level.
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
1. Athletes currently suffering from any acute or chronic musculoskeletal injury within the past 6 months.
2. History of neurological, vestibular, or balance disorders that could affect postural control or movement performance in the past 6 months.
3. Presence of any cardiovascular or respiratory condition contraindicating moderate to vigorous physical activity.
4. Visual or auditory impairments not correctable to normal limits.
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Computer generated randomization |
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Method of Concealment
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Sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes |
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Blinding/Masking
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Open Label |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
1. Core Endurance measured using the McGill Trunk Endurance Tests (Forearm Plank Test, Side Plank Test – left and right, Modified Biering–Sørensen Test).
2. Dynamic Balance measured using the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT).
3. Movement Quality measured using the Modified Karate Movement Quality Scoring Sheet (MKMQS).
4. Dual-Task Performance measured using Auditory Recall Task, Stroop Test (Visual Task), and Dual-Task Cost (%) calculation. |
Core endurance, dynamic balance, movement quality, and dual-task performance will be assessed at baseline (pre-intervention) and at four weeks (post-intervention). |
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
| NIL |
NIL |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="34"
Sample Size from India="34"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials" |
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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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25/02/2026 |
| Date of Study Completion (India) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
| Date of First Enrollment (Global) |
Date Missing |
| Date of Study Completion (Global) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
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Estimated Duration of Trial
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Years="1"
Months="0"
Days="0" |
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Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)
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Not Applicable |
| Recruitment Status of Trial (India) |
Not Yet Recruiting |
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Publication Details
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N/A |
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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
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This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of McGill core exercises combined with dual-task training versus McGill core exercises alone on performance outcomes in elite karate kata athletes aged 15–35 years. Core stability and cognitive-motor integration are essential components of karate performance; however, conventional core training does not address the cognitive demands encountered during competition. Thirty-four eligible athletes will be randomly allocated into two groups: Group A will receive core–cognitive dual-task training, and Group B will receive conventional core strengthening exercises. The intervention will be conducted for four weeks, three sessions per week. Outcome measures including core endurance (McGill Trunk Endurance Tests), dynamic balance (Star Excursion Balance Test), movement quality (Modified Karate Movement Quality Scoring Sheet), and dual-task performance (auditory and visual tasks with dual-task cost analysis) will be assessed at baseline and after four weeks. The study aims to determine whether integrating cognitive tasks with core training provides additional benefits over conventional core strengthening in improving physical and executive performance outcomes in elite karate kata athletes. |