RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07590674

Effect of Reactive Balance Training Versus Conventional Balance Training on Dynamic Stability and Change-of-Direction Performance in Competitive Tennis Players

Sponsor

Ibadat International University, Islamabad

Enrollment

64 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Athletic Performance Postural Balance Dynamic Stability

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of reactive balance training versus conventional balance training on dynamic stability and change of direction performance. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups. Each group will receive its respective intervention over a 6-week period. Outcome measures, including dynamic stability assessed by the Y-Balance Test and change-of-direction performance measured using the 505 Agility Test, will be evaluated at baseline and after the intervention. The study is designed to determine which training approach is more effective in improving balance and functional performance.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 25 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

Male and female competitive tennis players aged 18-25 years.
Minimum 2 years of regular tennis training experience.
Currently training at least 3 sessions per week (minimum 60 minutes per session).

Exclusion Criteria5

Recent injury (last 3 months)
Neurological, balance or vestibular disorders
Previous surgery
Participation in any structured balance, neuromuscular, plyometric, or agility training program outside regular tennis practice during the study period.
Use of ankle/knee braces or orthotic devices that may influence balance performance.

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Interventions

OTHERExperimental group : Reactive Balance Training

Participants will receive a structured reactive balance training program based on unpredictable perturbation-based exercises requiring rapid postural correction. The intervention will be conducted for 6 weeks (3 sessions/week) and will follow a progressive protocol.

OTHERActive comparator ( Conventional Balance Training)

Participants will receive a structured conventional balance training program based on static and controlled exercises without external perturbation, conducted for 6 weeks (3 sessions/week).