Isometric and Isotonic Hand Strengthening in Competitive Female Badminton Athletes
Effects of Targeted Isometric and Isotonic Hand Strengthening on Hand Function, Dexterity, Grip Strength and Grip Endurance in Competitive Female Badminton Athletes
Riphah International University
32 participants
Dec 1, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This randomized clinical trial aims to determine the effects of targeted isometric and isotonic hand strengthening exercises on hand function, dexterity, grip strength and grip endurance in competitive female badminton athletes aged 18-30 years. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups receiving either isometric or isotonic hand strengthening exercise programs performed three times per week for six weeks. Outcome measures will be assessed at baseline, 3rd week and 6th week using Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire (MHQ), Purdue Pegboard Test or Nine-Hole Peg Test, Hand Dynamometer Test and Sustained Grip Test.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Female badminton athletes
- Age between 18-30 years
- Right-hand dominant
- Minimum 2 years of competitive badminton experience
Exclusion Criteria4
- History of upper limb injury in last 6 months
- Cardiovascular or metabolic disorder limiting exercise
- Medication affecting muscle performance
- Current upper limb rehabilitation program participation
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Interventions
Participants in this group will receive a structured targeted isometric hand strengthening program performed three sessions per week for six weeks
Participants in this group will receive a structured isotonic hand strengthening program performed three sessions per week for six weeks
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NCT07438522