Exercise and biofeedback for shoulder pain in young swimmers
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at whether special exercises and biofeedback (a method that helps you become more aware of your body's signals) can reduce shoulder pain in young swimmers. It focuses on children who swim butterfly or backstroke and are experiencing shoulder pain.
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Who can take part
- Children between 9 and 13 years old.
- Active in competitive swimming clubs, swimming at least 4 hours per week.
- Must swim the butterfly or backstroke styles.
- Must have shoulder pain.
- Must be able to stop swimming during the study period.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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