The Impact of IntegBasic Physical Fitness Rated Neuromuscular Training Intervention on the of Military Personnel

NCT ID: NCT06663371

Last Updated: 2024-11-01

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: COMPLETED
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 24 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2024-08-08
• Study Completion Date: 2024-10-17

Brief Summary

Objective: The study aims to evaluate the efficacy of an 8-week integrated neuromuscular training intervention on the fundamental physical fitness parameters of military personnel, encompassing strength, velocity, agility, and equilibrium.

Methodology: The research randomly allocated 20 military students from the National University of Defense Technology into two cohorts, utilizing an experimental methodology with longitudinal assessments at the onset, midpoint, and conclusion of the intervention to quantitatively assess the influence of the integrated neuromuscular training on velocity and agility. Participants in both the experimental and control groups were evaluated one week prior to the intervention, at the fourth week, and one week post-intervention. Statistical analysis involved a two-factor repeated measures ANOVA to compare measures across the three time points, while paired-sample t-tests were applied for pre-post comparisons. The experimental group engaged in an 8-week integrated neuromuscular training regimen, consisting of three 90-minute sessions per week, culminating in a total of 24 sessions. Concurrently, the control group adhered to a conventional physical training schedule, also structured around three 90-minute sessions per week, over the same 24-session period, thereby ensuring parity in total training duration and frequency between the experimental and control groups.

Conditions

Chronic Ankle Instability,CA; Basic Physical Fitness

Study Design

• Allocation Method: RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Primary Study Purpose: TREATMENT
• Blinding Strategy: SINGLE

Study Groups

Integrated Neuromuscular Training

Integrative Neuromuscular Training (INT) is an interdisciplinary training paradigm that amalgamates cutting-edge concepts and practices from the realms of athletic training, physical therapy, biomechanics, and neuroscience. The genesis of INT dates back to the late twentieth century to the early twenty-first century, a period marked by a burgeoning understanding of motor control and neuromuscular coordination. Experts in the fields of sports science and rehabilitation began to explore a training modality designed to holistically enhance athletic performance while concurrently reducing the risk of injury.

The central tenet of INT is to optimize the coordination of the neuromuscular system and the synergistic action among muscle groups, thereby deepening functional movement training and integrating specific training components. These components include, but are not limited to, strength, balance, velocity, agility, fatigue resistance, and plyometric training. This methodology is not sol

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

Basic Physical Fitness

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

The single module training paradigm followed a circuit-style format, with each training module consisting of 6 to 8 distinct exercise movements. Taking the INT training intervention on Mondays as an example, the training protocol involved completing one major module (e.g., plyometric exercises) before transitioning to another module (e.g., core stability exercises). Specific exercise methods, such as box jumps, were performed until all sets were completed before moving on to the next exercise (e.g., continuous depth jumps).

Traditional Physical Training

Traditional Physical Training (TPT) involves a set of exercises with limited variation and fixed movement paths, conducted under stable conditions. This method primarily enhances muscle strength and endurance but often falls short in integrating with specific sports requirements and developing athletes' specialized skills.TPT emphasizes basic athletic attributes like strength, speed, and flexibility, which are vital for competition. Yet, it tends to focus on bulking up muscles and isolating body parts, potentially leading to higher injury risks and suboptimal performance.The concept of TPT is conservative, drawing on traditional sports training without fully embracing modern sports science and rehabilitation. However, as our understanding of motor control and neuromuscular coordination advances, modern training is becoming more holistic and scientific, prioritizing specialized movements, balance, and multi-joint coordination to boost the effectiveness of strength training.

Group Type: PLACEBO_COMPARATOR

Traditional Physical Training

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

In the fundamental strength training, a circuit training modality is employed, with each training segment comprising 5 to 7 exercise movements. For instance, a series of squat exercises is performed initially, followed by upper body strength training such as bench presses; each movement must be completed with the specified number of sets and repetitions before proceeding to the next exercise. Explosiveness training enhances the rapid contraction capabilities of the muscles through a series of jumping and throwing movements, while flexibility exercises improve the range of motion of muscles and joints through a combination of static and dynamic stretching.

Interventions

Basic Physical Fitness

The single module training paradigm followed a circuit-style format, with each training module consisting of 6 to 8 distinct exercise movements. Taking the INT training intervention on Mondays as an example, the training protocol involved completing one major module (e.g., plyometric exercises) before transitioning to another module (e.g., core stability exercises). Specific exercise methods, such as box jumps, were performed until all sets were completed before moving on to the next exercise (e.g., continuous depth jumps).

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

Traditional Physical Training

In the fundamental strength training, a circuit training modality is employed, with each training segment comprising 5 to 7 exercise movements. For instance, a series of squat exercises is performed initially, followed by upper body strength training such as bench presses; each movement must be completed with the specified number of sets and repetitions before proceeding to the next exercise. Explosiveness training enhances the rapid contraction capabilities of the muscles through a series of jumping and throwing movements, while flexibility exercises improve the range of motion of muscles and joints through a combination of static and dynamic stretching.

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

Other Intervention Names

Speed; Strength; Balance; Agility; Speed; Strength

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• Age between 18-24 years old
• Students with corresponding military status
• Meeting the diagnostic criteria for functional movement screen assessment
• No history of psychological or psychiatric disorders, and not participating in other physical training during the experimental period
• Capable of cooperating to complete the corresponding training and testing, and will not withdraw from the experiment without cause

Exclusion Criteria

• Major sports injuries within the past 2 years, including fractures, ligament tears, muscle or tendon ruptures, and recurrent dislocations of joints
• Patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and related internal organ conditions
• Failure to pass the functional movement screen test
• Individuals with injuries or discomfort in other areas

• Minimum Eligible Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Eligible Age: 24 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: No

Sponsors

Yang Liu

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Yang Liu

Doctor

Responsibility Role: SPONSOR_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

China, Changsha, China

Countries

China

References

Liu P, Liu Y, Hao X, Cheng N, Kang J, Xiao Z, He P, Yan J. The impact of an 8-week integrated neuromuscular training on strength, speed, and agility in military personnel: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. 2025 May 22;17(1):127. doi: 10.1186/s13102-025-01172-9.

Reference Type: DERIVED

PMID: 40405304 (View on PubMed)

Other Identifiers

Basic Physical Fitness

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id