RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07338760

The Acute Effects of Core Stabilization Exercises on Balance and Upper Extremity Functional Performance in Archers

Acute Effect of Core Stabilization Exercises Among Archers

Sponsor

Atlas University

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Jun 3, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Balance Archery Core Stability

Summary

This randomized controlled study aims to investigate the acute effects of a single session of core stabilization exercises on balance and upper extremity functional performance in competitive archers. Core stability is essential for postural control, neuromuscular coordination, and efficient force transfer during archery shooting. Understanding the immediate effects of core stabilization exercises may support their use as an effective warm-up and performance-enhancing strategy in archery athletes.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria4

Have been involved in licensed archery for at least 1 year
Be willing to participate in the program (both the athlete and their parent/guardian)
Be an athlete without any illness or disability that prevents participation in sports (as determined by a current medical report submitted to the club for licensing purposes)
Be able to read and write

Exclusion Criteria8

● Those with diagnosed mental or cognitive problems
Those who have undergone orthopedic surgery or received intra-articular steroid treatment within the last 6 months
Those with a diagnosed medical condition that could affect balance and shooting performance
Those with instability issues and associated joint movement restrictions
Those with acute muscle spasms and pain complaints
Those using painkillers, sedatives, alcohol, etc., or any other medication or substance that may affect shooting performance
Those with any diagnosis of injury related to the musculoskeletal system
Those actively involved in another sport besides archery

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Interventions

OTHERCore Training Exercise

Participants in the intervention group will perform a single session of core stabilization exercises targeting the deep and superficial trunk muscles. The exercise session will include static and dynamic stabilization exercises performed on stable and unstable surfaces, focusing on trunk control, postural alignment, and neuromuscular activation.