Tag: injury prevention

Comparison of the Effect of Sportsmetrics Soccer Training on Movement Performance in Soccer Players with and without Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

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SUMMARY Objective. The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of Sportsmetrics soccer training (SMST) on the scores of Functional movement screening (FMS) test items in soccer players with and without reconstruction of the anterior cruciate liga­ment (ACLR). Materials and methods. The method of this study was a quasi-experimental type, and the number … Continued

A 90 Minute Soccer Match Induces Eccentric Hamstring Muscles Fatigue

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SUMMARY Background/Purpose of the study. Hamstring injuries are the most prevalent muscle injuries in both amateur and professional soccer (football) players. Eccentric strength deficits and muscle strength imbalances have been associated with an increased risk of muscle injuries. The current study is a non-randomised observational study investigating whether fatigue significantly reduces peak eccentric strength of the hamstring muscle group. … Continued

Injury Prevention in The Sport of Surfing: An Update

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SUMMARY Background. The aim of this study is to review the literature on surfing injuries, with a focus on severe injuries, big-wave surfing and injury prevention. Methods. A literature search of the MEDLINE database from 1980 to present via Pubmed and OVID was done using the terms surfing, bodyboarding, bodysurfing, injury and injuries. Relevant books … Continued

Distal Thigh Compression Garment Improves Female Athlete Knee Control and Sports Movement Safety Perceptions

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SUMMARY Introduction. This study measured knee frontal plane projection angle (FPPA) and sports safety and performance perceptions of female athletes during a single leg forward hop down and stabilization (SLFHS) for 3 conditions (standard knee sleeve, no device and distal thigh compression garment (DTCG)). The hypothesis was that the DTCG group would display superior dynamic … Continued