Tokyo, June 4 -- UMIN Clinical Trials Registry (UMIN-CTR) received information related to the study (UMIN000061793) titled 'Risk Factors for Playing-Related Disorders and Evaluation of Health Maintenance Interventions among High School Wind Orchestra Members: A Longitudinal Analysis Incorporating Psychosocial Factors' on June 4.

Study Type: Interventional

Study Design: Basic Design - Single arm Randomization - Non-randomized Blinding - Open -no one is blinded Control - Uncontrolled

Primary Sponsor: Institute - Gunma University

Condition: Condition - Playing-Related Disorders Classification by malignancy - Others Genomic information - NO

Objective: Narrative objectives1 - The purpose of this study is to clarify the presence and severity of physical (musculoskeletal) and mental symptoms among instrumental musicians from high school to university, utilizing both self-administered questionnaires and objective evaluations conducted by physical and occupational therapists. Additionally, this study statistically examines the relationship between these symptoms and factors such as years of playing experience and instrument type. Furthermore, the effectiveness of preliminary interventions, including warm-up exercises, will be evaluated. Through these investigations, we aim to provide evidence that contributes to the design of future preventive interventions and educational programs. Basic objectives2 - Others

Intervention: Interventions/Control_1 - A standardized 20-minute conditioning program (warm-up and self-care routines) performed before playing, recommended at least 3 times a week. The program consists of: (1) dynamic warm-up (marching in place, shoulder circles), (2) neck and shoulder stretches, (3) forearm and wrist stretches, (4) lower limb and hip stretches, (5) balance exercises (single-leg standing), and (6) core exercises (bird-dog, planks). Initial instruction is provided face-to-face by physical or occupational therapists, followed by self-directed sessions at each school using instructional videos and materials.

Eligibility: Age-lower limit - 15 years-old = Gender - Male and Female Key inclusion criteria - Being enrolled in a high school within Gunma Prefecture. Belonging to a wind orchestra club and continuously engaging in musical instrument performance. Obtaining written informed consent for study participation from both the participant and their parent or guardian. Being in a health condition that permits the implementation of surveys and physical measurements. Key exclusion criteria - Individuals diagnosed by a physician as requiring rest, making physical evaluation or light exercise difficult. Individuals whose willingness to participate is unclear and whose parents or guardians do not provide consent. Individuals with cognitive or linguistic limitations that prevent them from answering the questionnaire (determined in consultation with club advisors). Target Size - 100

Recruitment Status: Recruitment status - Enrolling by invitation Date of protocol fixation - 2026 Year 05 Month 14 Day Date of IRB - 2026 Year 05 Month 14 Day Anticipated trial start date - 2026 Year 06 Month 04 Day Last follow-up date - 2030 Year 03 Month 31 Day

To know more, visit https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000070619

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