40 Participants Needed

Power or Plyometric Training for Motor Skills

JF
RG
Overseen ByRachel Gastaldo, MS
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Miami
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Plyometric Training, Power Training for improving motor skills?

Research shows that plyometric training can significantly improve running speed, jumping ability, and overall motor performance in both children and adults. It has been found effective in enhancing sprint and jump performance in youth hockey players and improving motor abilities in children with cerebral palsy.12345

Is plyometric training generally safe for humans?

Plyometric training is generally safe for humans, including older adults and children, when proper safety guidelines are followed. However, it carries a higher risk of injuries like muscle strains and knee pain, especially in older adults, so care should be taken when designing programs.12678

How does plyometric training differ from other treatments for improving motor skills?

Plyometric training is unique because it focuses on exercises that improve power and agility through explosive movements, which can enhance jump performance and change-of-direction speed. This type of training is particularly effective for athletes, as it targets both strength and neuromuscular function, making it different from traditional strength training that may not emphasize these dynamic movements.910111213

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study will compare the effects of high-speed power resistance training or plyometric jump training on muscle stiffness, jump performance and measures of daily activity in older adults living independently in the community.

Research Team

JF

Joseph F. Signorile, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Miami

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for older adults aged 55-90 who live independently and can safely participate in exercise. It's not suitable for those with uncontrolled heart conditions, cognitive impairment (MoCA score below 18), current injuries or neuromuscular diseases that prevent exercise, or individuals with HIV/immunodeficiency.

Inclusion Criteria

I am between 55 and 90 years old.
I live on my own.

Exclusion Criteria

My heart condition stops me from joining a physical training program.
Incarcerated individuals
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Score below 18
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive either high-speed power resistance training or plyometric jump training

12 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Plyometric Training
  • Power Training
Trial Overview The study is testing two types of exercises: high-speed power resistance training and plyometric jump training. The goal is to see which one better improves muscle stiffness, jump performance, and daily activity levels in older adults.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Power Resistance TrainingExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants in this group will receive power resistance training for up to 12 weeks.
Group II: Plyometric TrainingExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants in this group will receive plyometric training for up to 12 weeks.

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Miami

Lead Sponsor

Trials
976
Recruited
423,000+

References

Maturation-Related Effect of Low-Dose Plyometric Training on Performance in Youth Hockey Players. [2018]
A systematic review: plyometric training programs for young children. [2018]
Plyometric training: effectiveness and optimal duration for children with unilateral cerebral palsy. [2014]
Effects of plyometric training on jumping, sprint performance, and lower body muscle strength in healthy adults: A systematic review and meta-analyses. [2020]
Plyometric exercises: subsequent changes of weight-bearing symmetry, muscle strength and walking performance in children with unilateral cerebral palsy. [2020]
An age-adapted plyometric exercise program improves dynamic strength, jump performance and functional capacity in older men either similarly or more than traditional resistance training. [2020]
Effects of a plyometric training program for 3 children with neurofibromatosis type 1. [2019]
CURRENT CONCEPTS OF PLYOMETRIC EXERCISE. [2020]
The Effects of Frontal- and Sagittal-Plane Plyometrics on Change-of-Direction Speed and Power in Adolescent Female Basketball Players. [2016]
The Kinetic Specificity of Plyometric Training: Verbal Cues Revisited. [2020]
Plyometric training improves power and agility in Jamaica's national netball team. [2011]
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Effects of Plyometric and Resistance Training on Muscle Strength, Explosiveness, and Neuromuscular Function in Young Adolescent Soccer Players. [2019]
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The Effects of Lower-Extremity Plyometric Training on Soccer-Specific Outcomes in Adult Male Soccer Players: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [2023]
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