Validity and Test-Retest Reliability of Reactive Neurocognitive Upper Extremity Tests in Archers

NCT ID: NCT07103824

Last Updated: 2025-08-05

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: COMPLETED
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 24 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2024-08-07
• Study Completion Date: 2025-05-12

Brief Summary

In archery, the evaluation of reaction time and neurocognitive functions plays a critical role in the management of upper extremity (UE) injuries and return-to-play (RTP) processes. Reaction time reflects an athlete's ability to respond quickly and effectively to visual stimuli, which is particularly crucial in precision-based sports like archery that require high levels of coordination and attention.

With advancements in technology, LED-based systems such as BlazePod™, Catchpad, and ReactionX are increasingly being used in clinical and sports settings to assess cognitive performance and motor responses simultaneously. These tools offer dynamic and motivating methods for evaluating neurocognitive functions. However, before such devices can be reliably used in clinical or research environments, their validity and test-retest reliability must be systematically examined.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the test-retest reliability and validity of Reactive Neurocognitive Upper Extremity Tests-specifically the Reactive Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST) and the Reactive 90/90 Wall Throws Test-using the Catchpad system in archers. Based on methodological standards for reliability studies, a minimum of 18 participants will be included. Each participant will attend three test sessions over three weeks: Catchpad in weeks one and three, and BlazePod™ in week two. To ensure blinding, different researchers will conduct the assessments, record the data, and perform the statistical analyses.

Findings from this study are expected to provide scientific evidence supporting the use of Catchpad technology in neurocognitive and reaction time assessments, contributing to more objective decision-making during RTP and potentially reducing the risk of reinjury.

Conditions

Athlete Assessment; Archery; Neurocognitive Functional Performance Tests

Study Design

• Allocation Method: NA
• Intervention Model: SINGLE_GROUP
• Primary Study Purpose: SCREENING
• Blinding Strategy: NONE

Study Groups

Upper Extremity Neurocognitive Tests

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

Upper Extremity Neurocognitive Tests

Intervention Type: OTHER

The validity and test-retest reliability of the Reactive Neurocognitive Upper Extremity Tests (Reactive CKCUEST and Reactive 90/90 Wall Throws Test) will be analyzed through this protocol. Participants will undergo three assessment sessions spaced one week apart: measurements will be conducted using the Catchpad device during the first and third weeks, and the BlazePod™ device during the second week. To ensure blinding, the personnel responsible for conducting the assessments, recording the data, and performing the statistical analyses will be distinct individuals. Participants will be familiarized with the devices one week prior to testing, and a standardized 5-minute free walking warm-up will be administered at each session. All assessments will be performed under similar environmental conditions and at consistent times of day.

Interventions

Upper Extremity Neurocognitive Tests

The validity and test-retest reliability of the Reactive Neurocognitive Upper Extremity Tests (Reactive CKCUEST and Reactive 90/90 Wall Throws Test) will be analyzed through this protocol. Participants will undergo three assessment sessions spaced one week apart: measurements will be conducted using the Catchpad device during the first and third weeks, and the BlazePod™ device during the second week. To ensure blinding, the personnel responsible for conducting the assessments, recording the data, and performing the statistical analyses will be distinct individuals. Participants will be familiarized with the devices one week prior to testing, and a standardized 5-minute free walking warm-up will be administered at each session. All assessments will be performed under similar environmental conditions and at consistent times of day.

Intervention Type: OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• Participants must agree to abstain from alcohol and caffeine throughout the study period.
• Participants must refrain from engaging in vigorous physical activity for at least 24 hours prior to each testing session.
• Participants must not consume any food within 3 hours before the measurement.

Exclusion Criteria

• History of a back, lower extremity, or upper extremity injury within the past six months.
• Any known medical condition or diagnosis that may interfere with testing, including but not limited to neurological disorders.
• Vestibular disorders, color blindness, or the use of medications that could affect balance or visual-motor reaction time.

• Minimum Eligible Age: 10 Years
• Maximum Eligible Age: 25 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

Balikesir University

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Ebru Tekin

Pamukkale University

Responsibility Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

Balikesir University

Balıkesir, Bigadiç, Turkey (Türkiye)

Countries

Turkey (Türkiye)

Other Identifiers

2024/14

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id