Key result
Metoprolol improved pistol shooting performance compared with placebo by an average of 13.4% of possible improvement (P<0.002).
Why the study?
Does metoprolol improve pistol shooting performance in marksmen?
Population
33 marksmen (standard pistol, 25 m)
Comparison
Metoprolol vs Placebo
Design
RCT, double-blind
Authors
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Supports metoprolol for precision performance in marksmen; extends beta-blocker effects to noncardiac tremor control.
RCT (n=33)
Double-blind
Does metoprolol improve pistol shooting performance in marksmen?
Mean Difference: 13.4
p-value: p=<0.002
Metoprolol significantly improves pistol shooting performance in marksmen by reducing hand tremor, independent of cardiovascular changes.
Kruse et al. (1986) conducted an RCT in Marksmen (precision sports) (n=33). Metoprolol vs. Placebo was evaluated on Pistol shooting performance (13.4% of possible improvement, p=<0.002). Metoprolol improved pistol shooting performance compared with placebo by an average of 13.4% of possible improvement (P<0.002).
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