A Study to Determine the Effects of Standard Push-Ups Versus Dand Exercise on Core and Upper Extremity Strength, Oxidative Stress Markers, and Autonomic Balance in Healthy Young Individuals
试验速览
- 阶段
- 4 期
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 76
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- push-pull dynamometer, double leg lowering test, curl cup test, sorensen test.
研究概览
简要总结
A Study to Determine the Effects of Standard Push-Ups Versus Dand Exercise on Core and Upper Extremity Strength, Oxidative Stress Markers, and Autonomic Balance in Healthy Young Individuals
This cohort study aims to compare the effects of standard push-ups and traditional Dand on muscle strength, oxidative stress markers, and autonomic balance in healthy individuals aged 18 to 25 years. Seventy-six participants from SDM College of Physiotherapy will be recruited based on specific inclusion criteria and allocated into two groups: Group A (Standard Push-Ups) and Group B (Dand Exercise) through randomization using the fishbowl method.
Both groups will undergo an 8-week intervention, performed three times per week. Group A will follow a structured standard push-up protocol with progressive repetitions. Group B will perform Dand exercises under the supervision of a certified yoga therapist, following a progressively challenging format. Prior to starting the sessions, all participants will complete a 10-minute warm-up and conclude with a cool-down to prevent injuries.
Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include evaluation of upper extremity strength using a push-pull dynamometer and core strength using the Sorensen test, curl-up test, and double leg lowering test. Blood samples will be taken to analyze oxidative stress markers—Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), Malondialdehyde (MDA), and Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC). Heart Rate Variability (HRV) will be measured using a two-channel device to assess autonomic nervous system balance.
This study will help explore and document the physiological changes produced by a traditional Indian exercise method in comparison to a commonly practiced modern alternative. The findings will be useful for integrating Traditional and contemporary approaches to physical fitness and wellness.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Coin toss, Lottery, toss of dice, shuffling cards etc
- 盲法
- Participant Blinded
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 25.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •Age 18 to 25 years 2)Either gender 3)A healthy individual 4)BMI between 18.5 to 29.9 kg/m² 5)Willing to participate.
排除标准
- •pre-existing cardiovascular, neurological, and respiratory conditions 2)Recent surgery (mainly upper extremity) 3)Recent fracture and other musculoskeletal conditions 4)Deformities 5)Individuals engaged in strength training and professional sports 6)Underweight: BMI less than 18.5 kg/m² 7)Obese: BMI greater than or equal to 30kg/m² 8)Lack of compliance.
结局指标
主要结局
push-pull dynamometer, double leg lowering test, curl cup test, sorensen test.
时间窗: The push-pull dynamometer at (Baseline and after 8 weeks) it measures upper limb isometric strength. The double leg lowering test at (Baseline and after 8 weeks) it assesses lower abdominal control, while the curl-up test at (Baseline and after 8 weeks) checks abdominal muscle endurance. The Sorensen test at (Baseline and after 8 weeks) it evaluates back extensor endurance.
次要结局
- oxidative stress & Heart rate variability(Superoxide dismutase (SOD), (at Baseline & after 8 weeks) total antioxidant capacity (TAOC), (at Baseline & after 8 weeks) & malondialdehyde (MDA) are biomarkers used to assess oxidative stress levels (at Baseline & after 8 weeks) Heart rate variability (HRV) measures autonomic balance (at Baseline & after 8 weeks))
研究者
Ranjeeta V Dyavannavar
SDM College of physiotherapy