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Effect of Upper-limb Plyometric Training Versus Strength Training for Enhancing Serve Velocity, Strength, and Power in Competitive Tennis Players

NCT07584941 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 46

Last updated 2026-05-20

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Summary

This study aims to compare the effects of upper-limb plyometric training and traditional strength training on serve velocity, muscular strength, and power in competitive tennis players. Serve velocity is a critical performance factor in tennis, and optimizing upper-limb function is essential for enhancing performance.

Participants will be randomly assigned to either a plyometric training group or a strength training group. Both groups will undergo structured training programs over a defined intervention period. Outcome measures, including serve velocity, upper-limb strength, and power, will be assessed at baseline and after the completion of the intervention.

The findings of this study will help determine the most effective training approach for improving performance in tennis players and may guide coaches, athletes, and rehabilitation professionals in designing evidence-based training programs.

Conditions

  • Upper Limb Strength
  • Upper Limb Power
  • Upper Limb Serve Velocity

Interventions

OTHER

Upper limb Plyometric Training

A supervised upper-limb plyometric training program designed to enhance explosive power through stretch-shortening cycle activities. The intervention includes medicine ball throws, plyometric push-ups, and reactive upper-limb drills performed with progressive intensity over 8 weeks. The program targets rapid force production and neuromuscular coordination relevant to tennis serve performance.

OTHER

Conventional Strength Training

A supervised upper-limb resistance training program aimed at improving maximal muscle strength and stability. The intervention includes structured resistance exercises targeting the shoulder, arm, and scapular muscles with progressive overload over 8 weeks. The program focuses on controlled force production to support tennis-specific performance.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Ibadat International University, Islamabad

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Hafsah Gul Khattak, DPT, MS-NMPT · IBADAT INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD (IIUI)

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
30 Years
Sex
MALE
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-05-10
Primary Completion
2026-07-10
Completion
2026-07-20

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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