RecruitingNCT06978426

Hand-Held Dynamometer Assessment: E-Sports Grip-Asymmetry Index as a Predictor of Wrist Pain

Evaluation of Grip Strength Asymmetry Index in Professional E-Sports Athletes as a Predictive Measure for Wrist Pain

Sponsor

Ahram Canadian University

Enrollment

56 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Wrist Injuries

Summary

This cross-sectional study investigates whether a simple Grip-Asymmetry Index (GAI) can predict self-reported wrist pain in professional e-sports athletes. Professional gamers (aged 18-30) who play at least 35 hours per week will be assessed using a Jamar dynamometer to measure maximal grip force in both hands. The study will compare GAI between two groups: those with wrist pain (≥3/10 on Visual Analog Scale during play) and those without pain. A GAI cutoff value for predicting wrist pain risk will be established through ROC analysis, with additional factors such as gaming hours, BMI, and sex incorporated into a multivariable logistic regression model.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 30 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying No-Pain Group and Pain Group for people with wrist injuries. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 30 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

OTHERPain Group

Professional e-sports athletes who report wrist pain rated at 3 or higher on a 10-point Visual Analog Scale during gaming activities. These participants play video games professionally for at least 35 hours per week, are between 18-30 years old, and have no history of neurologic or rheumatic disease.

OTHERNo-Pain Group

Professional e-sports athletes who report minimal to no wrist pain (less than 3 on a 10-point Visual Analog Scale) during gaming activities. These participants play video games professionally for at least 35 hours per week, are between 18-30 years old, and have no history of neurologic or rheumatic disease.