Trial reportJournal of musculoskeletal & neuronal interactions2026
Improvements in Static Balance Following an Oculomotor Exercise Program in Athletes.
Trial report in Journal of musculoskeletal & neuronal interactions, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07430384 (Improvements in Static Balance Following an Oculomotor Exercise Program in Athletes), which is not on this map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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Improvements in Static Balance Following an Oculomotor Exercise Program in Athletes
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Abstract
objectivesThe visual system is essential for postural control, and visual input significantly affect balance. This study investigated whether a structured oculomotor exercise program improves static balance in basketball, football, and boxing.
methodsOf the 138 athletes initially randomized (69 per group), 128 completed the study and were included in the final analysis. Participants in the experimental group (EG, n=64) performed oculomotor exercises alongside usual training, whereas those in the control group (CG, n=64) continued usual training alone for six weeks. Static balance was assessed using the Stork test (s) and the Leonardo Mechanograph® platform, with between-group differences analyzed using adjusted post-intervention comparisons.
resultsThe EG demonstrated significantly greater improvements than the CG in both primary outcomes. Stork test standing time increased (adjusted mean difference [EG - CG] = 22.82 s, 95% CI: 19.54-26.10; p < .001). Ellipse area during dominant-leg stance with eyes open decreased (adjusted mean difference = -4.20 cm2, 95% CI: -5.10 to -3.30; p < .001), indicating better balance. No significant effect modification was observed for sex, years of sport experience, or weekly training volume (all p > 0.26).
conclusionsOculomotor exercises were associated with improved static balance over 6 weeks, suggesting they may be a promising addition to athletic training. CLINICALTRIALS: gov ID: NCT07430384.
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