MAP for Coaches Training for Sports Injury Prevention

(MAP Trial)

Recruiting at 1 trial location

Overseen By Olu Owoeye, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: St. Louis University

Disqualifiers: Adult coaching, No email, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

200 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests a web-based training course called MAP for Coaches to determine if it helps youth sports coaches better understand and prevent injuries, particularly those involving muscles and bones. The main focus is on whether the course enhances coaches' knowledge and motivation to use special warm-up exercises designed to prevent injuries. Participants are divided into two groups: one receives a summarized version of the course, while the other receives the full training. Coaches actively engaged in team sports like soccer, basketball, football, or volleyball in the U.S. might be a good fit for this trial. As an unphased trial, this study offers coaches the opportunity to enhance their skills and contribute to safer sports environments.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.

What prior data suggests that the MAP for Coaches training course is safe for youth sport coaches?

Research has shown that online training programs, such as the MAP for Coaches, are generally safe for participants. These programs focus on teaching and do not involve physical activities, posing minimal risk.

Similar online courses have reported no problems or safety issues. Participants typically learn through videos, readings, and quizzes. Since this trial uses eLearning, the main challenge might be ensuring participants understand and retain the information. However, people generally find this format user-friendly.

The MAP for Coaches course aims to increase knowledge about sports injuries and their prevention. This includes learning about various types of injuries and prevention methods. By focusing on education, the program empowers coaches without any physical risks. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about the MAP for Coaches program because it offers a fresh take on sports injury prevention through education. Unlike traditional methods that might focus on physical therapy or equipment modifications, this program is all about empowering coaches with knowledge. The Full MAP for Coaches eLearning Training Course provides an in-depth understanding, while the Summarized Course offers a more concise overview, making it adaptable to different learning needs. By enhancing coaches' ability to prevent injuries through education, the program aims to improve athlete safety in a new and proactive way.

What evidence suggests that the MAP for Coaches training course is effective for sports injury prevention?

Research shows that teaching coaches about injury prevention can enhance their knowledge and actions. This trial will compare two versions of the MAP for Coaches training program. Studies have found that programs like MAP for Coaches help coaches understand various injuries, their causes, and prevention methods. For example, a detailed review found that these programs encourage coaches to use warm-up exercises that reduce injury risk. Coaches also report increased confidence and eagerness to apply these techniques after training. Overall, the MAP for Coaches training course aims to make youth sports safer by equipping coaches with the right tools and knowledge. ^{6 7 8 9 10}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Olu Owoeye, PhD

Principal Investigator

St. Louis University

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for active youth sport coaches in Missouri who coach soccer, basketball, football, or volleyball. They must be part of a youth sports organization and have an email address. Coaches involved with adult teams are not eligible.

Inclusion Criteria

Active and ongoing engagement in team youth sport coaching

Member of a youth sport organization in Missouri

Must be a team sport coach for one of the following: soccer, basketball, football, or volleyball

Exclusion Criteria

Additional engagement in adult coaching

No email address contact

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Training

Participants receive the MAP for Coaches eLearning training course, with the intervention group completing the full training and the control group completing a summarized version.

Immediate

Online training session

Post-Training Assessment

Participants complete post-test surveys to assess changes in knowledge, self-efficacy, and intention immediately after training.

Immediate

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for long-term changes in knowledge and adherence to neuromuscular training warm-up exercises.

6 months

Extended Follow-up

Participants' sustained adherence to neuromuscular training warm-up exercises is assessed.

12 months

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• MAP for Coaches
• MAP for Coaches - Complete Course
• Map for Coaches - Overview

Trial Overview

The study tests the MAP for Coaches program's effectiveness on increasing knowledge and motivation to use injury prevention exercises among youth sport coaches. It compares a full eLearning course against just an overview provided in an ebook.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Full MAP for Coaches eLearning Training Course Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Group II: Summarized MAP for Coaches eLearning Training Course Active Control 1 Intervention

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

St. Louis University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

197

Recruited

41,400+

Published Research Related to This Trial

The ACTive program significantly improved knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy regarding sports concussion prevention and management among 75 youth sports coaches in a randomized control trial.

This interactive e-learning approach demonstrates effectiveness in training coaches, who play a crucial role in reducing concussion risks for youth athletes aged 10-18.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Online training in sports concussion for youth sports coaches. Glang, A., Koester, MC., Beaver, SV., et al.[2022]

A study involving 196 stakeholders from community youth handball clubs identified key facilitators for implementing injury prevention training, emphasizing the importance of understanding and applying knowledge as the most critical factor.

The research highlighted 32 statements that were both highly important and feasible for implementation, suggesting that collaboration among players, coaches, and policymakers is essential to effectively integrate injury prevention strategies into regular training routines.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Facilitators to support the implementation of injury prevention training in youth handball: A concept mapping approach. Ageberg, E., Bunke, S., Lucander, K., et al.[2020]

A survey of 766 sports medicine professionals in Western Europe revealed that while 91% recognize the importance of injury prevention, only 54% are aware of specific injury prevention programs, indicating a significant knowledge gap.

French-speaking professionals reported lower awareness and engagement in injury prevention compared to their German-speaking counterparts, highlighting the need for targeted educational efforts to improve understanding and implementation of injury prevention strategies.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The awareness of injury prevention programmes is insufficient among French- and German-speaking sports medicine communities in Europe. Tischer, T., Martens, G., Cabri, J., et al.[2023]

A retrospective analysis of a university-sponsored sport camp program from 2008 to 2011 revealed that 9.9% of injuries and illnesses among youth athletes aged 10 to 17 required medical referrals, highlighting the need for effective injury management in sports camps.

Rugby had the highest referral rate at 5.0 per 100 participants, indicating that certain sports may pose greater risks, which can help inform safety measures and medical preparedness for future camps.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Injury/illness physician referral profile from a youth university-sponsored summer sport camp program. Oller, DM., Vairo, GL., Sebastianelli, WJ., et al.[2013]

The Athletic Injury Database (AID) successfully documented 6237 sideline encounters over 2 years, primarily involving football, soccer, and basketball athletes, with knee and ankle injuries being the most common.

A significant 77% of sports medicine providers reported satisfaction with the AID, indicating its effectiveness in improving the documentation of care for athletes.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Novel Mobile Device-Based Tool to Document Sideline Evaluation of Athletes. Apple, RP., Karpinos, AR., Bellamy, DM.[2019]

A study evaluating the NetballSmart and SoccerSmart injury prevention programs found that a high percentage of coaches (89% for Netball and 96% for Soccer) changed their coaching methods after attending the courses, indicating effective integration of injury prevention strategies.

Coaches reported significant changes in practices related to warm-up, technique, fitness, and nutrition, suggesting that incorporating injury prevention into coach education can effectively reduce injury risks for players.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Efficacy of injury prevention related coach education within netball and soccer. Gianotti, S., Hume, PA., Tunstall, H.[2019]

A study involving coaches from nine Sydney Australian Football League teams revealed that while coaches recognize the importance of warming up and cooling down for injury prevention, they undervalue critical training elements like balance training and drills that could help prevent lower limb injuries.

Direct observations of training sessions confirmed that coaches prioritize game-related skills over injury prevention techniques, indicating a gap between scientific evidence on injury prevention and actual coaching practices.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Preventing lower limb injuries: is the latest evidence being translated into the football field? Twomey, D., Finch, C., Roediger, E., et al.[2022]

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