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Batista NP, Rachid ZI, De Oliveira Silva D, Glaviano NR, Norte GE, Bazett-Jones DM. Reliability and validity of belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry for assessing hip strength and power in uninjured adults. Phys Ther Sport 2024; 69:59-66. [PMID: 39088900 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2024.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2024] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 08/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the intra-rater reliability and validity of belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry to assess hip muscle strength and power. DESIGN Repeated measures. SETTING Biomechanics laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Seventeen uninjured adults (age = 22.0 ± 2.3y; 13 females). MAIN OUTCOMES MEASURES Peak torque (strength) and rate of torque development (RTD; power) were measured for hip abduction, internal rotation, external rotation and extension using an isokinetic dynamometer, and belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry. RESULTS For peak torque assessment, belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry showed good (Intraclass Correlation Coefficient [ICC] = 0.848-0.899) and good-to-excellent (ICC = 0.848-0.942) reliability, respectively. For RTD, belt-stabilized dynamometry showed fair reliability for abduction (ICC = 0.524) and good reliability for hip internal rotation, external rotation, and extension (ICC = 0.702-0.899). Tension dynamometry showed good reliability for all motions when measuring RTD (ICC = 0.737-0.897). Compared to isokinetic dynamometry, belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry showed good-to-excellent correlations for peak torque assessment (r = 0.503-0.870), and fair-to-good correlations for RTD (r = 0.438-0.674). Bland-Altman analysis showed that measures from belt-stabilized and tension dynamometry had clinically meaningful disagreement with isokinetic dynamometry. CONCLUSION Tension dynamometry is reliable for assessing hip strength and power in all assessed motions. Belt-stabilized dynamometry is reliable for assessing internal rotation, external rotation, and extension. Validity of both methods is questionable, considering the lack of agreement with isokinetic dynamometry.
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- Natanael P Batista
- School of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, Health & Human Services, University of Toledo, Mail Stop 1199, 201 W. Bancroft St, Toledo, OH, 43606-3390, USA
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- School of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, Health & Human Services, University of Toledo, Mail Stop 1199, 201 W. Bancroft St, Toledo, OH, 43606-3390, USA
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA
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- Institute of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- School of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, Health & Human Services, University of Toledo, Mail Stop 1199, 201 W. Bancroft St, Toledo, OH, 43606-3390, USA.
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Heijboer WMP, Thijs KM, Weir A, Serner A, Tol JL, Goedhart EA, Groot FP. Normal hip strength and range of motion values in youth and adult female national football teams: Data from 504 assessments. Phys Ther Sport 2024; 69:51-58. [PMID: 39032327 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2024.06.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 06/24/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To determine normal hip adduction- and abduction strength and range of motion (ROM) values for youth and adult female national team football players, and evaluate if increasing age, playing position and leg dominance were associated with these strength and ROM values. DESIGN Cohort study. SETTING National football center. PARTICIPANTS 344 unique asymptomatic female football players. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Hip internal/external rotation (°), Bent Knee Fall Out test (cm), hip adduction/abduction strength(N) and ratio, and normalised hip adduction/abduction torque (Nm/kg). RESULTS A total of 504 assessments were performed. A total of 107 players underwent two (n = 67), three (n = 27) or four (n = 13) assessments. Mean peak hip adduction strength was 39% greater in 20 + Y old players 170 (±53 N) than in 13Y old players 122 (±28 N). Normalised hip adduction torque was 9% greater: 2.5 (±0.8Nm/kg) versus 2.3 (±0.5Nm/kg). A positive association between age and all strength measurements was found, while a negative association between age and hip external rotation and total hip rotation was found. No clinically relevant differences were found for the associations between playing position, leg dominance and hip strength- and ROM values. CONCLUSION Normal values for hip strength and range of motion in youth and adult female national football players are presented that can be used as clinical reference values.
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- Willem M P Heijboer
- Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar; Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Academic Center for Evidence Based Medicine, Amsterdam IOC Center ACHSS, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Football Medical Centre, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Royal Netherlands Football Association (KNVB), Zeist, the Netherlands; Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sport, University Medical Center Utrecht, Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Erasmus MC University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Sports Medicine and Exercise Clinic Haarlem (Sport- en Beweegkliniek), Haarlem, the Netherlands
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- FIFA Medical, Fédération Internationale de Football Association, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar; Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Academic Center for Evidence Based Medicine, Amsterdam IOC Center ACHSS, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Football Medical Centre, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Royal Netherlands Football Association (KNVB), Zeist, the Netherlands
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- Football Medical Centre, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Royal Netherlands Football Association (KNVB), Zeist, the Netherlands; Sports Medicine and Exercise Clinic Haarlem (Sport- en Beweegkliniek), Haarlem, the Netherlands
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O' Connor C, Chrystal R, Mc Intyre M, Delahunt E, Thorborg K. Hip adduction and abduction strength values in elite-level male and female youth soccer players: A comparison between sexes, and across age-groups. Phys Ther Sport 2024; 70:7-14. [PMID: 39178504 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2024.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2024] [Revised: 08/18/2024] [Accepted: 08/19/2024] [Indexed: 08/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To report isometric hip adduction squeeze and abduction press strength values of elite-level youth male and female soccer players and examine if differences exist between sexes, and age-groups. DESIGN Cross-sectional cohort study. SETTING Elite youth soccer academy. PARTICIPANTS 102 soccer players (n = 64; male, n = 38 female) competing in the national youth soccer leagues from under (U) 14-19 years of age level (U-14, U-15, U-17, U-19). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Isometric hip adduction and abduction strength values were measured with a ForceFrame in various testing positions. RESULTS Isometric hip adduction and abduction strength values are presented. Male U-17 and U-19 players demonstrated significantly greater (p < 0.05) absolute(N) and relative (N/kg) hip adduction and abduction strength than their female counterparts, with large (η2 = 0.068-0.227) and medium-to-large (η2 = 0.049-0.234) effect size, respectively. Significant differences in absolute strength, but not relative strength, were observed for hip adduction and abduction between male age-groups (U-14, U-15, U-17, U-19), with hip abduction strength differences only existing between U-14 and U-17 groups. No significant differences in hip strength were observed between U-17 and U-19 groups for female players. CONCLUSION Male youth soccer players have higher absolute and relative hip adduction and abduction strength than females at the U-17 and U-19 level.
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- Ciaran O' Connor
- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
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- Department of Health and Nutritional Sciences, Atlantic Technological University, Sligo, Ireland
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- Sports Injuries and Sport Medicine Clinic, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; Institute of Sport and Health, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Sports Orthopaedic Research Center Copenhagen - (SORC-C), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amager-Hvidovre Hospital, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Copenhagen University, Denmark
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França C, Martins F, Przednowek K, Marques A, Ihle A, Sarmento H, Gouveia ÉR. Knee and Hip Muscle Strength of Male Soccer Players from Different Competitive Levels. J Hum Kinet 2024; 93:17-27. [PMID: 39132414 PMCID: PMC11307174 DOI: 10.5114/jhk/185217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024] Open
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In soccer, knee and hip muscle strength assessments have been recommended for injury prevention. The aims of this study were threefold: (1) to compare knee and hip muscle strength between professional players competing at different levels; (2) to compare strength performance according to the preferred leg (PL) and the non-preferred leg (NPL); and (3) to compare knee and hip muscle strength performance at two moments of the season. This study included 33 professional soccer players: 13 were in the elite group (EG), and 20 were in the sub-elite group (SEG). Body composition, isokinetic knee strength at 60º/s, and hip adduction strength were assessed at two different moments (M1 and M2). Values of peak torque (PT), peak torque/bodyweight (PT/BW), and the hamstring-to-quadriceps strength ratio (H:Q) for knee extensors (KEs) and knee flexors (KFs) for both legs were used for analysis. The statistical analysis included the Mann-Whitney U and the Wilcoxon Signed Rank tests. At M1, the EG presented a significantly better performance in KF PT/BW and in the squeeze strength test for the PL and the NPL (p ≤ 0.01). At M2, the EG performed substantially better in KE PT/BW and KF PT/BW (p ≤ 0.01). No substantial strength differences were observed in knee and hip muscle performance between the PL and the NPL. From M1 to M2, significant increases were found in knee strength in both groups (p ≤ 0.01). Overall, the EG players outperformed significantly their lower-division peers in strength assessments. The results indicate significant knee and hip muscle strength increases during the season, probably as a response to the exposure to training and competition.
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- Cíntia França
- Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of Madeira, Funchal, Portugal
- LARSYS, Interactive Technologies Institute, Funchal, Portugal
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of Madeira, Funchal, Portugal
- LARSYS, Interactive Technologies Institute, Funchal, Portugal
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- Institute of Physical Culture Sciences, Medical College, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland
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- CIPER, Faculty of Human Kinetics, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- ISAMB, Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- Department of Psychology, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Psychology, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Gerontology and Vulnerability, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Swiss Centre of Expertise in Life Course Research LIVES, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Research Unit for Sport and Physical Education (CIDAF), Faculty of Sport Sciences and Physical Education, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of Madeira, Funchal, Portugal
- LARSYS, Interactive Technologies Institute, Funchal, Portugal
- Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Gerontology and Vulnerability, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Hinnekens S, Fickers É, Vervloet G. Effectiveness of the Copenhagen adduction modified position stage 1: EMG measurements and hand-held dynamometer analysis in young and healthy men. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2024; 39:251-257. [PMID: 38876635 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.02.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 02/25/2024] [Indexed: 06/16/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To verify the effectiveness of the use of a modified position of the Copenhagen Adduction (CA) stage 1 compared to the original position. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING Laboratory. PARTICIPANTS 31 healthy men aged 23.7 ± 1.9 years with no recent or chronic general pathology. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Differences between EMG amplitudes for the adductor longus (AL), rectus femoris (RF) and semi tendinous (ST) during dynamic contractions and adductor maximal isometric voluntary contraction (MIVC) force values between CA stage 1 standard and modified positions were assessed with either Wilcoxon or paired t-test. RESULTS No significant differences were observed for EMG amplitudes of the AL (p-value = 0.724) and for the RF muscle (p-value = 0.337) and for the adductor force (p-value = 0.361) between the two positions. A significant difference was obtained for the ST (p-value<0.001) mainly explained by the adapted position of the non-dominant leg which unlocked the hip joint and generated less muscle activity in the hamstrings. CONCLUSIONS Muscle activity of the AL muscle and adductor force being similar in both positions, the CA stage 1 modified position could be of interest for rehabilitation after adductor injury or strengthening of the adductors in elite athletes.
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- Simon Hinnekens
- Mechatronic, Electrical Energy & Dynamic Systems (MEED), Institute of Mechanics, Materials & Civil Engineering (iMMC), Université catholique de Louvain, Place du Levant 2/L5.04.02, 1348, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium.
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- Faculté des Sciences de la Motricité (FSM), Université catholique de Louvain, Place Pierre de Coubertin 1, 1348, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium
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- Département des Sciences de la Motricité (ISEK), Haute École Bruxelles-Brabant, Avenue Charles Schaller 91, 1160, Bruxelles (Auderghem), Belgium.
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Dolan P, Kenny I, Glynn L, Campbell M, Warrington GD, Cahalan R, Harrison A, Lyons M, Comyns T. Risk factors for acute ankle sprains in field-based, team contact sports: a systematic review of prospective etiological studies. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2023; 51:517-530. [PMID: 35757862 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2022.2093618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this systematic review was to identify prospectively measured ankle sprain risk factors in field-based team contact sports. METHODS Eight databases including SPORTDiscus, CINAHL Complete, MEDLINE (EBSCO), Education Source, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and Pubmed were searched using specific Boolean terms. A modified-CASP diagnostic test assessed the quality of the included studies. Extensive data extraction included but was not limited to injury definition, protocols for injury diagnosis and recording, and outcomes associated with ankle sprain. RESULTS 4012 records were returned from the online search and 17 studies met the inclusion criteria for this review. Twelve different risk factors including anatomic alignment of the foot and ankle, joint laxity, height, mass, BMI (body mass index), age, ankle strength, hip strength, single leg landing performance (ground reaction force, pelvic internal rotation, and knee varus), and single leg reach were all found to be associated with ankle sprain incidence. Injury definitions and methods of diagnosis and recording varied across the 17 studies. CONCLUSION This review updates the literature on prospective risk factors for ankle sprain in a specific population rather than heterogeneous cohorts previously studied. From more than 20 categories of risk factors investigated for ankle sprain association across 17 studies in field-based team contact sports, 12 variables were found to be associated with increased incidence of ankle sprain. In order to reduce the risk of ankle sprain, BMI, ankle plantar and dorsiflexion strength, hip strength, and single leg landing performance should be factored in to athlete assessment and subsequent program design. More studies utilizing standardized definitions and methods of recording and reporting are needed. Future prospective etiological studies will allow strength and conditioning coaches, physiotherapists, and physicians to apply specific training principles to reduce the risk and occurrence of ankle sprain injuries.
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- Patrick Dolan
- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- HRB Primary Care Clinical Trials Network Ireland, Ireland
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Lero, The Irish Software Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Physical Activity for Health Research Cluster, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Sport and Human Performance Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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Arundale AJH, McNulty R, Snyder C, O'Brien J, Stöggl T. Injury, Training, Biomechanical, and Physiological Profiles of Professional Breakdancers. Int J Sports Phys Ther 2023; 18:1123-1135. [PMID: 37795328 PMCID: PMC10547081 DOI: 10.26603/001c.87762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023] Open
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Background Breakdancing or breaking will enter the Olympics in 2024, however, there is a paucity of literature exploring the epidemiology, demands, and performance. Purpose The purpose of this study was to describe injury and training profiles, along with the results of a short performance test battery, in a group of elite breakers. Study Design Cross-sectional study (retrospective). Methods Fourteen breakdancers (breakers) (4 Bgirls, 10 Bboys) participated in an interview regarding their injury and training history, endurance test (cycle VO2max testing), counter movement jump, squat jump, drop jump, isometric hip abduction, adduction, shoulder external and internal rotation strength testing on a fixed-frame dynamometer. Breakers were divided into elite (n=10) and developing (n=4) based on their qualification for a world finals competition; Wilcoxen rank sums were used to compare the two groups, or in the case of strength testing between those with and without an injury history. Results The breakers had a median 11.0 [10.0 - 14.0] years breaking experience and trained 24.4 [20.5 - 30.0] hours per week. The knee was the most commonly injured body part and most frequently injured joint, with the thigh being the most common site for muscle injuries. There were no differences in endurance testing or jump height testing results between elite and developing breakers. There was no difference in shoulder external or internal rotation strength between athletes with a history of shoulder injury and those without. Similarly, there was no difference in hip abduction or adduction strength in those with a history of hip injury and those without. Conclusion The results of this study should be viewed with caution due to the small sample size. However, this study is the first to publish functional and physiological descriptives on breakers. The authors hope these results support clinicians treating breakers as well as encourages future research related to breaking. Level of Evidence 2b.
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- Amelia J H Arundale
- Rehabilitation Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Health System
- Red Bull Athlete Performance GmbH
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- Red Bull Athlete Performance GmbH
- Sport and Exercise Science University of Salzburg
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- Red Bull Athlete Performance GmbH
- Sport and Exercise Science University of Salzburg
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de Queiroz JHM, Frota JP, Dos Reis FA, de Oliveira RR. Development and Predictive Validation of the Brazilian Adductor Performance Test for Estimating the Chance of Hip Adductor Injuries in Elite Soccer Athletes. Int J Sports Physiol Perform 2023; 18:653-659. [PMID: 37080542 DOI: 10.1123/ijspp.2022-0306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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PURPOSE To develop and validate the Brazilian Adductor Performance Test (BAPT) for predicting hip adductor muscle injuries in elite soccer athletes. METHODS A total of 108 soccer athletes were assessed, followed up for 3 months, and evaluated for a history of adductor injury 6 months before BAPT evaluation. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used as the normality test. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare BAPT scores between injured and uninjured athletes. Binary logistic regression was performed to identify the athletes' chances of injury based on their BAPT scores. A receiver operating characteristic curve was used to determine the cutoff point for the number of repetitions in the BAPT and Spearman bivariate correlation and identify factors potentially related to the test score. Furthermore, the intraclass correlation coefficient was used to determine interexaminer agreement. The level of significance was set at 95%. RESULTS The BAPT scores for hip adductor injury history did not differ significantly (P = .08). A significant deficit was identified in the BAPT scores of the injured athletes at the 3-month follow-up (P = .001). The cutoff point identified was 33 repetitions. Low BAPT scores increased the chance of injury by 20% (odds ratio, 1.20%; P = .001). The interexaminer agreement was .96 (P = .001). CONCLUSION BAPT can be used to identify athletes most likely to sustain hip adductor muscle injuries, indirectly reducing the rate of this injury in soccer clubs.
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- Jeffeson Hildo Medeiros de Queiroz
- Tendon Research Group, Master Program in Physical Therapy and Functioning-Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, CE,Brazil
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- Tendon Research Group, Master Program in Physical Therapy and Functioning-Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, CE,Brazil
- Ceará Sporting Club, Fortaleza, CE,Brazil
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Said MA, Almatar AA, Alibrahim MS. Higher Sedentary Behaviors and Lower Levels of Specific Knowledge Are Risk Factors for Physical Activity-Related Injuries in Saudi Adolescents. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:4610. [PMID: 36901623 PMCID: PMC10001543 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Revised: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Encouraging physical activity (PA) for adolescents is necessary to achieve and maintain optimal health, but it may increase the risk of PA-related injuries. This study sought to assess the frequency, location, type, and severity of PA-related injuries in Saudi students aged 13 to 18 years and to identify associated risk factors. A total of 402 students, including 206 boys aged 15.87 ± 1.69 years and 196 girls aged 15.83 ± 1.70 years, were randomly assigned to participate in this study. For each participant, height, weight, body mass index, and fat percentage were measured. Responses to a specially designed four-part self-administered questionnaire were also collected. Results revealed that better specific knowledge was associated with a lower likelihood of sustaining injuries (β = -0.136; p = 0.001) but increased sedentary behaviors were associated with a greater likelihood of sustaining a PA-related injury (β = 0.358; p = 0.023). Gender, knowledge, and sedentary behaviors were the factors overall associated with a greater likelihood of suffering 1, 2, and 3 or more PA-related injuries. However, gender, fat-free mass, knowledge, and sedentary behaviors were associated overall with a greater likelihood of bruises, strains, fractures, sprains, concussions, and at least two types of PA-related injuries. Collectively, we should pay attention to the PA-related injury problem among middle and high school students, particularly when promoting a physically active lifestyle.
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- Mohamed Ahmed Said
- Department of Physical Education, College of Education, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Kef, Jendouba 7100, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Education, College of Education, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physical Education, College of Education, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia
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Zilles G, Grim C, Wegener F, Engelhardt M, Hotfiel T, Hoppe MW. [Groin pain in sports games: a systematic review]. SPORTVERLETZUNG SPORTSCHADEN : ORGAN DER GESELLSCHAFT FUR ORTHOPADISCH-TRAUMATOLOGISCHE SPORTMEDIZIN 2023; 37:18-36. [PMID: 36878218 DOI: 10.1055/a-1912-4642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND In sports games, epidemiological data show that groin pain is relatively common and can lead to repeated loss of time. Consequently, it is essential to be aware of the evidence-based prevention strategies. The aim of this systematic review was to examine risk factors and prevention strategies for groin pain and to rank them based on their evidence in sports games. METHODS The review was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines, using a PICO-scheme in the PubMed, Web of Science and SPOLIT databases. We included all available intervention and observational studies on the influence of risk factors and prevention strategies on groin pain in sports games. The methodological quality and level of evidence was assessed using the PEDro-Scale and OCEBM model, respectively. Finally, the quantity, quality and level of evidence was used to rank each risk factor for its grade. RESULTS Moderate evidence was found for four risk factors that significantly influence the risk of groin pain: male sex, previous groin pain, hip adductor strength and not participating in the FIFA 11+ Kids. Moreover, moderate evidence was found for the following non-significant risk factors: older age, body height and weight, higher BMI, body fat percentage, playing position, leg dominance, training exposure, reduced hip abduction, adduction, extension, flexion, and internal rotation-ROM, hip flexor strength, hip abductor, adductor, flexor and core strengthening with balance exercises, clinical hip mobility tests and physical capacities. CONCLUSION The identified risk factors can be considered when developing prevention strategies to reduce the risk of groin pain in sports games. Thereby, not only the significant, but also the non-significant risk factors should be considered for prioritisation.
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- Gabriel Zilles
- Bewegungs- und Trainingswissenschaft, Sportwissenschaftliche Fakultät, Universität Leipzig, Leipzig, GERMANY
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- Osnabrücker Zentrum für Muskuloskelettale Chirurgie, Klinikum Osnabrück, Osnabrück, GERMANY
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- Bewegungs- und Trainingswissenschaft, Sportwissenschaftliche Fakultät, Universität Leipzig, Leipzig, GERMANY
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- Osnabrücker Zentrum für Muskuloskelettale Chirurgie, Klinikum Osnabrück, Osnabrück, GERMANY
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- Osnabrücker Zentrum für Muskuloskelettale Chirurgie, Klinikum Osnabrück, Osnabrück, GERMANY
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- Bewegungs- und Trainingswissenschaft, Sportwissenschaftliche Fakultät, Universität Leipzig, Leipzig, GERMANY
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O' Connor C, McIntyre M, Delahunt E, Thorborg K. Reliability and validity of common hip adduction strength measures: The ForceFrame strength testing system versus the sphygmomanometer. Phys Ther Sport 2023; 59:162-167. [PMID: 36566587 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The criterion validity of the sphygmomanometer was evaluated, relative to the Force Frame strength testing system. Test-retest reliability was assessed for both hip adduction and abduction strength. DESIGN Test-retest reliability study and criterion validity study. PARTICIPANTS 50 asymptomatic, field-sport athletes. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Maximal isometric hip adduction and abduction strength were measured. Interclass correlation coefficient(ICC2,1) with confidence intervals were calculated to evaluate reliability of peak strength values. A Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient(r) was calculated to examine criterion validity of the sphygmomanometer as a measure of force when compared to the ForceFrame. RESULTS Intra-rater reliability for bilateral adduction testing using both ForceFrame and sphygmomanometer values revealed good-excellent reliability for both the 0° (ICC2.1 = 0.87-0.90) and 45° (ICC2.1 = 0.81-0.91) positions. ForceFrame values revealed good-excellent reliability for 0° abduction position and 45° abduction position. A good-moderate relationship (Pearson's r = 0.63) for 0° adduction position, and poor relationship (Pearson's r = 0.40) for 45° adduction position, were found between adduction squeeze values on ForceFrame and sphygmomanometer. CONCLUSION Excellent reliability in hip adduction squeeze strength testing for both modes. However, there exists a 'good to moderate'-'fair' relationship between the Force Frame and sphygmomanometer.
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- Ciaran O' Connor
- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
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- Sports Injuries and Sport Medicine Clinic, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; Institute of Sport and Health, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Sports Orthopedic Research Center Copenhagen - (SORC-C), Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amager-Hvidovre Hospital, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Copenhagen University, Denmark
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SÝKORA J, LÍŠKA D, PUPIŠ M, BRŰNN D, ŠVANTNER R, PUPIŠOVÁ Z. Groin injury assessment in healthy elite youth football players. GAZZETTA MEDICA ITALIANA ARCHIVIO PER LE SCIENZE MEDICHE 2022. [DOI: 10.23736/s0393-3660.20.04547-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Unuvar E, Guney-Deniz H, Akinoglu B, Kocahan T, Nyland J. Frontal plane lower extremity alignment in adolescent athletes with chronic hip adductor-related groin injury symptoms: A case-control study. Phys Ther Sport 2022; 57:53-60. [PMID: 35921782 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2021] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare trunk and lower extremity frontal plane projection angles (FPPA) during single leg squat (SLS) performance, perceived hip and groin function and symptoms, and isometric hip strength of adolescent athletes with chronic hip adductor-related groin injury (HARGI) symptoms and age, gender, and sport-matched healthy subjects. DESIGN Case-control study. SETTING Junior Olympic Development Training Centre. PARTICIPANTS Twenty-six athletes at 59.1 ± 60 weeks (range = 12-208 weeks) post-index grade II HARGI injury who had continued sport training (injury group) and 26 control group subjects. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES SLS trunk, hip, and knee FPPA, isometric hip strength standardized to bodyweight, and Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcome Scores (HAGOS). RESULTS The injury group had greater bilateral knee FPPA, and greater injury side hip FPPA during maximum SLS. Injury group HAGOS subscale scores were lower than control group scores. Hip abductor, adductor, external rotator, and internal rotator strength was lower at the injury side of the injury group compared to the matched control group limb. Forward stepwise multiple regression analysis of the injury group found that 50% of injury side knee FPPA was predicted by hip internal rotator strength and time post-index HARGI; and 47% of injury side hip FPPA was predicted by other side hip flexor strength and the HAGOS function, sport and recreation subscale score (p = 0.002). CONCLUSIONS Greater injury side hip and bilateral knee FPPA during maximum SLS, lower self-reported hip symptom and function scores, and less injury side hip abductor, adductor, external rotator and internal rotator strength suggests that adolescent athletes with chronic HARGI symptoms are at an increased risk for sustaining a non-contact knee injury. Impaired hip internal rotator strength at the side of the chronic HARGI was related to increased knee FPPA, and impaired hip flexor strength at the other side of the HARGI was related to increased hip FPPA. Findings support using SLS performance testing in this athlete group to help determine safe return to sport training readiness.
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- Ezgi Unuvar
- Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, 06100, Ankara, Turkey
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- Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, 06100, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Etlik, Ankara, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Sports Medicine Department, Ankara, Turkey
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- Spalding University, Kosair Charities College of Health and Natural Sciences, Louisville, KY, USA.
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Dunne C, Callaway AJ, Thurston J, Williams JM. Validity, reliability, minimal detectable change, and methodological considerations for HHD and portable fixed frame isometric hip and groin strength testing: A comparison of unilateral and bilateral testing methods. Phys Ther Sport 2022; 57:46-52. [PMID: 35921781 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Revised: 07/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Comparative assessment of bilateral (KangaTech) and unilateral (HHD) testing modalities through concurrent validity and test-retest reliability. Methodological considerations explored include minimum repetitions and comparison of average and maximum values. DESIGN Experimental, observational. SETTING Biomechanics laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Thirty-three participants. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Concurrent validity using peak force. Test-retest reliability used Abduction and Adduction using 2 trials, randomised between devices. Maximum peak force and average of both trials were used. RESULTS HHD and KT360 are concurrently valid (r = 0.996); with no significant difference (z = -0.681). Excellent HHD reliability (ICC:0.92-0.96) and KT360 (ICC:0.89-0.97). Significant difference between max peak force and average peak force but within the calculated MDC(%). No significant differences between max peak force between trials. Spearman-Brown prophecy predicted excellent reliability for one trial (ICC:0.81-0.95). Bilateral facilitation was demonstrated using the KT360 with 94.6-101.2% increase in force compared to HHD. CONCLUSIONS With no significant difference between first and second max effort, and excellent prophesised reliability, one rep max effort should be acceptable to use. Body positioning within the KT360 seems to elicit bilateral facilitation rather than deficit, therefore unilateral and bilateral force values are not interchangeable.
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- Cian Dunne
- Department of Rehabilitation and Sport Sciences, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB, UK
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sport Sciences, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB, UK.
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sport Sciences, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB, UK
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sport Sciences, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB, UK
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Fernandez-Fernandez J, Granacher U, Martinez-Martin I, Garcia-Tormo V, Herrero-Molleda A, Barbado D, Garcia-Lopez J. Physical fitness and throwing speed in U13 versus U15 male handball players. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2022; 14:113. [PMID: 35725495 PMCID: PMC9210574 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-022-00507-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Background The aim of this study was to analyze the shoulder functional profile (rotation range of motion [ROM] and strength), upper and lower body performance, and throwing speed of U13 versus U15 male handball players, and to establish the relationship between these measures of physical fitness and throwing speed. Methods One-hundred and nineteen young male handball players (under (U)-13 (U13) [n = 85]) and U15 [n = 34]) volunteered to participate in this study. The participating athletes had a mean background of sytematic handball training of 5.5 ± 2.8 years and they exercised on average 540 ± 10.1 min per week including sport-specific team handball training and strength and conditioning programs. Players were tested for passive shoulder range-of-motion (ROM) for both internal (IR) and external rotation (ER) and isometric strength (i.e., IR and ER) of the dominant/non-dominant shoulders, overhead medicine ball throw (OMB), hip isometric abductor (ABD) and adductor (ADD) strength, hip ROM, jumps (countermovement jump [CMJ] and triple leg-hop [3H] for distance), linear sprint test, modified 505 change-of-direction (COD) test and handball throwing speed (7 m [HT7] and 9 m [HT9]). Results U15 players outperformed U13 in upper (i.e., HT7 and HT9 speed, OMB, absolute IR and ER strength of the dominant and non-dominant sides; Cohen’s d: 0.76–2.13) and lower body (i.e., CMJ, 3H, 20-m sprint and COD, hip ABD and ADD; d: 0.70–2.33) performance measures. Regarding shoulder ROM outcomes, a lower IR ROM was found of the dominant side in the U15 group compared to the U13 and a higher ER ROM on both sides in U15 (d: 0.76–1.04). It seems that primarily anthropometric characteristics (i.e., body height, body mass) and upper body strength/power (OMB distance) are the most important factors that explain the throw speed variance in male handball players, particularly in U13. Conclusions Findings from this study imply that regular performance monitoring is important for performance development and for minimizing injury risk of the shoulder in both age categories of young male handball players. Besides measures of physical fitness, anthropometric data should be recorded because handball throwing performance is related to these measures.
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- Jaime Fernandez-Fernandez
- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad de León, León, Spain.,AMRED, Human Movement and Sports Performance Analysis, Universidad de León, León, Spain
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- Division of Training and Movement Sciences, Research Focus Cognition Sciences, Faculty of Human Sciences, University of Potsdam, Am Neuen Palais 10, 14469, Potsdam, Germany.
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- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad de León, León, Spain.,AMRED, Human Movement and Sports Performance Analysis, Universidad de León, León, Spain
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- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad de León, León, Spain.,AMRED, Human Movement and Sports Performance Analysis, Universidad de León, León, Spain
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- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad de León, León, Spain.,AMRED, Human Movement and Sports Performance Analysis, Universidad de León, León, Spain
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- Department of Sport Science, Sport Research Centre, Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, Elche, Spain
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- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad de León, León, Spain.,AMRED, Human Movement and Sports Performance Analysis, Universidad de León, León, Spain
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Alonso-Fernández D, Fernández-Rodríguez R, Taboada-Iglesias Y, Gutiérrez-Sánchez Á. Effects of Copenhagen Adduction Exercise on Muscle Architecture and Adductor Flexibility. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19116563. [PMID: 35682148 PMCID: PMC9180184 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19116563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Groin injuries are one of the most prevalent in sports, especially due to the hip adductor muscles’ weakness, which is considered as a risk factor. The Copenhagen adduction exercise (CAE) has been demonstrated to increase the strength of adductor muscles, but its effects on the architectural characteristics and flexibility of the adductors has been little studied. The aim of the present study was to analyse the impact on the muscular architecture and flexibility of the adductor musculature after 8 weeks of CAE-based training and after 4 weeks of subsequent detraining. A sample of 45 active subjects (26.1 ± 2.8 years old) were randomly divided into a control group with no intervention and an experimental group with an intervention based on 8 weeks of CAE training and 4 weeks of subsequent detraining. The muscle thickness of adductors was measured before and after training and detraining using ultrasound imaging and hip abduction range with goniometry. A significant increase in muscle thickness (left leg: +17.83%, d = 1.77, p < 0.001//right leg: +18.38%, d = 1.82, p < 0.001) and adductor flexibility was found in the experimental group (left leg: +7.3%, d = 0.96, p < 0.05//right leg: +7.15%, d = 0.94, p < 0.05), and after detraining, both variables returned to their initial values. These results could indicate that CAE would be a suitable strategy to modify the architecture of the adductors and thus form part of training protocols designed for the prevention and rehabilitation of muscle injuries.
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- Diego Alonso-Fernández
- Department of Special Didactics, Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences, University of Vigo, 36005 Pontevedra, Spain; (R.F.-R.); (Y.T.-I.); (Á.G.-S.)
- Education, Physical Activity and Health Research Group (Gies-10-DE3), Galicia Sur Health Research Institute (IIS Galicia Sur), SERGAS-UVIGO, 36208 Vigo, Spain
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Special Didactics, Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences, University of Vigo, 36005 Pontevedra, Spain; (R.F.-R.); (Y.T.-I.); (Á.G.-S.)
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- Department of Special Didactics, Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences, University of Vigo, 36005 Pontevedra, Spain; (R.F.-R.); (Y.T.-I.); (Á.G.-S.)
- Education, Physical Activity and Health Research Group (Gies-10-DE3), Galicia Sur Health Research Institute (IIS Galicia Sur), SERGAS-UVIGO, 36208 Vigo, Spain
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- Department of Special Didactics, Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences, University of Vigo, 36005 Pontevedra, Spain; (R.F.-R.); (Y.T.-I.); (Á.G.-S.)
- Education, Physical Activity and Health Research Group (Gies-10-DE3), Galicia Sur Health Research Institute (IIS Galicia Sur), SERGAS-UVIGO, 36208 Vigo, Spain
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Hando BR, Scott WC, Bryant JF, Tchandja JN, Angadi SS. The Use of Force Plate Vertical Jump Scans to Identify Special Warfare Trainees at Risk for Musculoskeletal Injury: A Large Cohort Study. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:1687-1694. [PMID: 35384740 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221083672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Vertical jump scans from commercially available force plate systems are increasingly used in military settings to screen for musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) risk. However, to date, no studies have determined the ability of these tools to identify tactical athletes at elevated risk for MSKI. PURPOSE To (1) determine associations between scores from a force plate vertical jump test and the likelihood of experiencing an MSKI and to (2) establish the test-retest reliability of the output scores from the force plate system used. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS A total of 823 male Air Force Special Warfare trainees underwent force plate vertical jump screenings before entering an 8-week training course at US Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing. MSKI data were collected for the 8-week surveillance period for each trainee. Logistic regression analyses were used to identify associations between baseline force plate jump scores and the likelihood of MSKI (any region) or a lower extremity MSKI (significance level, P = .05). The test-retest portion of the study collected force plate output scores from 12 trainees performing 3 trials of the standard test procedures. The reliability of 5 output scores was assessed with intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) using a single rater. RESULTS All force plate output scores demonstrated excellent test-retest reliability (ICC >0.90). Overall 308 (36.4%) trainees had an MSKI during the surveillance period. However, no significant associations were found between the proprietary force plate vertical jump scan output scores and the likelihood of experiencing either an MSKI or a lower extremity MSKI. CONCLUSION Output scores from this commercially available force plate system did not identify Air Force Special Warfare trainees at elevated risk of experiencing an MSKI.
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- Ben R Hando
- US Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, Texas, USA
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- US Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, Texas, USA
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- US Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, Texas, USA
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- US Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, Texas, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, School of Education and Human Development, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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We analyzed the Smart Groin Trainer device's validity and reliability to measure the isometric hip adduction strength during the adductor squeeze strength test. Fifteen professional soccer players (25.33±4.06 years) and fifteen university students (21.60±1.76 years) participated in this study. All participants performed the squeeze strength test using two portable dynamometers: Smart Groin Trainer and Globus Ergometer. Three maximal isometric hip adduction contractions lasting 5s, interspersed by 3min rest intervals, were performed. Reliability was analyzed with intraclass correlation coefficients, standard error of measurements, and minimal detectable change. The absolute percent error and inter-device accuracy were also analyzed. Correlation analysis assessed the inter-device concurrent validity. The results found no significant differences (p>0.05) between devices in the squeeze strength test values in soccer players and university students. Inter-device comparisons revealed excellent levels of reliability and accuracy in soccer players. Concurrent validity measures revealed strong inter-device relationships in soccer players (r=0.89) and very strong relationships in university students (r=0.99). Intra-device analysis using the Smart Groin Trainer showed excellent relative and absolute reliability in tested soccer players. Our data demonstrated excellent levels of agreement between both dynamometers during the squeeze strength test, suggesting the Smart Groin Trainer as a valid, reliable, and accurate device to measure isometric hip adduction strength.
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Knee and hip agonist-antagonist relationship in male under-19 soccer players. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0266881. [PMID: 35427407 PMCID: PMC9012372 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0266881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the strength of the knee flexors and extensors and hip abductor and adductor muscles in young soccer players. Twenty-three male under-19 soccer players participated in this study (age: 17.7 ± 0.2 years; height: 173.0 ± 1.1 cm; body mass: 66.1 ± 1.3 kg). Body composition was measured using a bioelectrical impedance (InBody770), and the dynamometry was performed by an isokinetic dynamometer (Biodex System 3) for knee flexion and extension, and by an isometric dynamometer (Smart Groin Trainer), for hip adduction and abduction. Comparisons were made between dominant members (D) vs. non-dominant members (ND) and adductors vs. abductors (ADD:ABD) using the Wilcoxon test. There were statistically significant differences in the peak torques between the dominant and non-dominant members in the flexion function (Z = −4.198, p < 0.01) and in the extension function (Z = −4.197, p < 0.01) of the knee in concentric muscular action, and the flexion (Z = −4.198, p < 0.01) and in the extension (Z = −4.198, p < 0.01) of the knee in eccentric muscular action. No statistically significant differences were obtained in the conventional ratio (Z = −0.456, p = 0.648) nor the functional ratio (Z = −0.335, p = 0.738) between D and ND members. There were no statistically significant differences between adductors and abductors at the moment of strength for absolute values (N). The reference absolute and normalized to the weight values and the ADD:ABD can be used as a guideline for classifying players in screening and comparison in return tests to sports practice after an injury.
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Alalawi A, Devecchi V, Gallina A, Luque-Suarez A, Falla D. Assessment of Neuromuscular and Psychological Function in People with Recurrent Neck Pain during a Period of Remission: Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Analyses. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11072042. [PMID: 35407650 PMCID: PMC8999485 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11072042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to examine for the presence of differences in neuromuscular and psychological function in individuals with recurrent neck pain (RNP) or chronic neck pain (CNP) following a whiplash trauma compared to healthy controls. A secondary aim was to examine whether neuromuscular characteristics together with psychological features in people with RNP were predictive of future painful episodes. Multiple features were assessed including neck disability, kinesiophobia, quality of life, cervical kinematics, proprioception, activity of superficial neck flexor muscles, maximum neck flexion and extension strength, and perceived exertion during submaximal contractions. Overall, those with RNP (n = 22) and CNP (n = 8) presented with higher neck disability, greater kinesiophobia, lower quality of life, slower and irregular neck movements, and less neck strength compared to controls (n = 15). Prediction analysis in the RNP group revealed that a higher number of previous pain episodes within the last 12 months along with lower neck flexion strength were predictors of higher neck disability at a 6-month follow-up. This preliminary study shows that participants with RNP presented with some degree of altered neuromuscular features and poorer psychological function with respect to healthy controls and these features were similar to those with CNP. Neck flexor weakness was predictive of future neck disability.
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- Ahmed Alalawi
- Physical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24382, Saudi Arabia;
- Centre of Precision Rehabilitation for Spinal Pain (CPR Spine), School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK; (V.D.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Precision Rehabilitation for Spinal Pain (CPR Spine), School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK; (V.D.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Precision Rehabilitation for Spinal Pain (CPR Spine), School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK; (V.D.); (A.G.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Universidad de Malaga, 29016 Malaga, Spain;
- Instituto de la Investigacion Biomedica de Malaga (IBIMA), 29010 Malaga, Spain
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- Centre of Precision Rehabilitation for Spinal Pain (CPR Spine), School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK; (V.D.); (A.G.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +44-(0)121-415-4220
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In Professional Male Soccer Players, Time-Loss Groin Injury Is More Associated With the Team Played for Than With Training/Match-Play Duration. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2022; 52:217-223. [PMID: 35128945 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2022.10845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the relationship between training/match-play duration and time-loss groin injury in professional male soccer players, and to determine whether previously identified intrinsic risk factors influenced this relationship. DESIGN Prospective cohort study. METHODS A total of 579 professional male soccer players were prospectively followed from July 2013 to June 2015. Time-loss groin injuries and individual training and match-play duration were recorded using standardized surveillance methods. Acute training/match-play duration and chronic training/match-play duration were considered as interacting variables. Nonlinear Cox regression analysis (modeled using restricted cubic splines), clustered by player identification number, examined the relationship between training/match-play duration and groin injury. Previously identified intrinsic risk factors of previous groin injury and eccentric adduction strength were included in the multivariable regression analysis. RESULTS There was no clinically meaningful relationship between training/match-play duration and groin injury risk. Team played for had the strongest influence on groin injury risk (relative log hazard ratio -2.28 to 0.97). Groin injury risk was highest when accumulated chronic and acute training duration was also highest, but large confidence intervals indicate considerable uncertainty around this finding. Previous groin injury and eccentric adduction strength were not associated with groin injury risk when training/match-play duration and team were included in the model. CONCLUSION In professional male soccer players, there was no clinically meaningful relationship between groin injury risk and training/match-play duration. Team played for either protected against or increased groin injury risk, indicating that team-related factors not measured in this study had greater effect on groin injury risk than training/match-play duration. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2022;52(4):217-223. Epub 5 Feb 2022. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.10845.
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Roughead EA, King MG, Crossley KM, Heerey JJ, Lawrenson PR, Scholes MJ, Semciw AI, Mentiplay BF, Kemp JL. Football players with long standing hip and groin pain display deficits in functional task performance. Phys Ther Sport 2022; 55:46-54. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2021] [Revised: 02/15/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Sánchez-Migallón V, López-Samanes Á, Del Coso J, Navandar A, Aagaard P, Moreno-Pérez V. Effects of consecutive days of matchplay on maximal hip abductor and adductor strength in female field hockey players. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2022; 14:3. [PMID: 34980243 PMCID: PMC8725242 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-021-00394-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of two competitive field hockey matches, played on consecutive days, on maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor strength, wellness and fatigue.
Methods Fourteen professional female field hockey players (age: 20.4 ± 5.4 years; body mass: 60.7 ± 7.2 kg; height: 167.0 ± 1.0 cm) volunteered to participate in this investigation. Maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor strength were obtained before (pre-match 1) and after the first match (post-match 1), after the second match (post-match 2), and 48 h after the second match. Locomotion patterns during the matches were obtained with portable Global Positioning System (GPS) and perceived exertion (RPE) was assessed after each match. In addition, Wellness Questionnaire (5-WQ) and the Total Quality Recovery Scale (TQR) were employed before the matches and 48 h after the second match. Results For the non-dominant limb, the maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor strength were lower after post-match 2 when compared to pre-match 1 (p = 0.011). Hip abductor strength in the non-dominant limb remained reduced 48 h after post-match 2 (p < 0.001). There were no differences in the total distance covered when comparing match 1 and match 2. Players reported more acute fatigue (5-WQ, p = 0.009) and increased muscle soreness on pre-match 2 compared to pre-match 1 (p = 0.015), while fatigue returned to pre-competition levels 48 h after post-match 2 (p = 0.027). No changes were observed in the TQR. Conclusion The assessment of maximal adductor and abductor strength before and after competitive matches, in addition to evaluating self-perceived fatigue by a wellness questionnaire can help to identify field hockey players with excessive fatigue responses during tournaments with a congested match program.
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- Violeta Sánchez-Migallón
- Exercise Physiology Group, School of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223, Madrid, Spain
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- Exercise Physiology Group, School of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223, Madrid, Spain.
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- Centre for Sport Studies, Rey Juan Carlos University, Fuenlabrada, Spain
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, Spain
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- Research Unit for Muscle Physiology and Biomechanics, Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Center for Translational Research in Physiotherapy, Department of Pathology and Surgery, Universidad Miguel Hernández, Elche, San Juan, Spain
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Schoffl J, Dooley K, Miller P, Miller J, Snodgrass SJ. Factors Associated with Hip and Groin Pain in Elite Youth Football Players: A Cohort Study. SPORTS MEDICINE - OPEN 2021; 7:97. [PMID: 34923614 PMCID: PMC8685189 DOI: 10.1186/s40798-021-00392-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite hip and groin pain being commonly reported in elite youth football players, little evidence on risk factors exists. Risk factors in adult football players include reduced hip adductor strength and hip adductor/abductor strength ratios, and lower Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcome Score (HAGOS) subscale scores. It is unknown if these factors are also predictive of pain development in youth football players. OBJECTIVE To identify whether preseason hip adductor and abductor strength and HAGOS subscale scores of male and female elite youth football players are associated with in-season or historical (lifetime) hip and groin pain. METHODS Preseason hip adductor and abductor strength testing and the HAGOS were undertaken by 105 elite male (n = 58) and female (n = 47) football players aged 11-15 years. Medical staff documented both players' self-reported historical and in-season hip and groin pain. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were undertaken with main outcome measures in-season hip and groin pain and historical hip and groin pain and independent variables of hip muscle strength, hip muscle torque and HAGOS subscale scores. RESULTS Twenty-three players (21.9%) self-reported in-season hip and groin pain, while 19 players (18.1%) self-reported historical hip and groin pain. Pre-season hip adductor and abductor variables and HAGOS subscale scores failed to predict in-season hip and groin pain. However, a higher body mass index (odds ratio [OR] = 1.32; 95% CI 1.01, 1.73, p = .043) and being male (OR 5.71; 95% CI 1.65, 19.7) were associated with having in-season hip and groin pain (R2 = 0.211). There was also an association between historical hip and groin pain (R2 = 0.579) and both HAGOS subscale Quality of Life (odds ratio [OR] = 0.84; 95% CI 0.77, 0.91, p < .001) and mean abductor torque (OR = 11.85; 95% CI 1.52, 91.97; p = .018). CONCLUSION Pre-season hip adductor and abductor strength and HAGOS subscale scores did not predict subsequent in-season hip and groin pain in elite youth football players. However, pre-season higher hip abductor strength and lower HAGOS scores were retrospectively associated with historical hip and groin pain.
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- Jacob Schoffl
- School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Leeds Parade, Orange, NSW, 2800, Australia
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- NUmoves Physiotherapy, Ring Road, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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- NUmoves Physiotherapy, Ring Road, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia.
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Alonso-Calvete A, Lorenzo-Martínez M, Padrón-Cabo A, Rey E. Effects of Copenhagen Adduction Exercise on the Architectural Characteristics of Adductors in U-17 Male Soccer Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph182412956. [PMID: 34948565 PMCID: PMC8701296 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182412956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2021] [Revised: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Groin injuries are one of the most prevalent in male soccer players, especially due to the hip adductor muscles’ weakness which is considered as a risk factor in these injuries. The Copenhagen adduction (CA) exercise has been demonstrated to increase the strength of adductor muscles, but its effects on the architectural characteristics of adductor muscles have not been studied yet. This study aimed to analyze the effects of the CA exercise on the muscle thickness of the adductors. Twelve male U-17 soccer players were randomized into two groups: the control group with no intervention and the experimental group with an intervention based on an eight-week training with CA exercise. The muscle thickness of adductors was measured before and after the intervention using ultrasound imaging. A significant increase in muscle thickness was found in both control (p = 0.002) and experimental group (p < 0.001), but the experimental group did not show additional effects in comparison with the control group. In conclusion, an 8-week CA exercise intervention does not increase the muscle thickness of adductors in U-17 soccer players more than their regular training.
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- Alejandra Alonso-Calvete
- Facultade de Ciencias da Educación e do Deporte, Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Pontevedra, Spain; (A.A.-C.); (M.L.-M.); (E.R.)
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- Facultade de Ciencias da Educación e do Deporte, Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Pontevedra, Spain; (A.A.-C.); (M.L.-M.); (E.R.)
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, University of Coruña, 15001 A Coruña, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-670-088-148
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- Facultade de Ciencias da Educación e do Deporte, Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Pontevedra, Spain; (A.A.-C.); (M.L.-M.); (E.R.)
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Moreno-Pérez V, Peñaranda M, Soler A, López-Samanes Á, Aagaard P, Del Coso J. Effects of Whole-Season Training and Match-Play on Hip Adductor and Abductor Muscle Strength in Soccer Players: A Pilot Study. Sports Health 2021; 14:912-919. [PMID: 34758654 DOI: 10.1177/19417381211053783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous investigations have associated weakness of hip muscles with a higher likelihood of developing hip groin injury. However, no previous investigation has examined the influence of soccer training and match-play during the season on maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor muscle strength. HYPOTHESIS Maximal hip adductor and abductor muscle strength would increase after the preseason, maintaining relatively constant levels across the soccer season. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 3. METHODS A total of 26 semiprofessional male soccer players underwent measurements of maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor muscle strength at 3 time points of the soccer season: preseason, midseason, and end-season to investigate the longitudinal effect of soccer training and competition during a complete season on maximal isometric hip adductor and abductor muscle strength in the semiprofessional Spanish soccer player. RESULTS Compared with preseason, hip abductor muscle strength increased in the midseason (14.2% and 17.1%, for dominant and nondominant limb, respectively; P < 0.001) and in the end-season (13.1%; P = 0.005, and 14.1%; P < 0.005). In contrast, hip adductor muscle strength remained unchanged across the season in both limbs. As a result, the adductor/abductor strength ratio in the nondominant limb was reduced at midseason and end-season time points (-14.6% and -18.4%, respectively; P < 0.001) with a corresponding tendency in the dominant limb (-9.3% and -15.0%, respectively; P > 0.05). CONCLUSION While maximal hip abductor muscle strength increased throughout the season, hip adductor muscle strength remained stable across the season. This produced a substantial deficit in hip adductor/abductor strength ratio at midseason and end-season. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The progressive imbalance in adductor/abductor strength across the soccer season may be an indicator of increased risk of groin injury and may reinforce the need for preventive rehabilitation activities focused on enhancing adductor muscle strength.
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- Víctor Moreno-Pérez
- Sports Research Center, Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, Alicante, Spain.,Center for Translational Research in Physiotherapy, Department of Pathology and Surgery, Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, San Joan, Spain
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- Exercise Physiology Group, School of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, Research Unit for Muscle Physiology and Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Centre for Sport Studies, Rey Juan Carlos University, Fuenlabrada, Spain
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Breen D, Farrell G, Delahunt E. The clinical assessment of hip muscle strength in professional rugby union players. Phys Ther Sport 2021; 52:115-120. [PMID: 34481341 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2021.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 08/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Groin/hip injuries are prevalent in rugby union (RU). Assessment of hip muscle strength is important when designing bespoke injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes. OBJECTIVE The primary aim of this study was to determine normative values of hip muscle strength in elite-level RU players. A secondary aim of this study was to compare the Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcome Score (HAGOS) between players with and without a history of groin/hip injury. DESIGN Cross-sectional cohort study. SETTING Professional RU club. PARTICIPANTS 58 male professional RU players competing in the PRO14 league elite club level competition. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Handheld dynamometry eccentric strength values of hip abduction (ABD), adduction (ADD), internal rotation (IR) and external rotation (ER), HAGOS. RESULTS Players' dominant (DOM) and non-dominant (NDOM) hip strength values were, 2.38 and 2.34 N m/kg for ABD, 2.79 and 2.71 N m/kg for ADD, 2.69 and 2.55 N m/kg for IR, and 2.65 and 2.54 N m/kg for ER. ADD:ABD strength ratio was 1.17 ± 0.26 for the DOM limb and 1.16 ± 0.24 for the NDOM limb. There was no clinically significant difference in strength between players' DOM and NDOM limbs. Players with a history of groin/hip injury scored lower on four of the HAGOS subscales (pain; symptoms; sport; quality of life) compared to those without a history of groin/hip injury. CONCLUSIONS This study may help establish normative hip strength and HAGOS values for elite-level RU players. The results presented have important implications for the assessment of hip muscle strength and could provide clinical markers for return-to-play following injury.
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- David Breen
- The Performance Team MCFC Academy, Manchester City FC, CFA Etihad Campus, 400 Ashton New Road, Manchester, England, United Kingdom.
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- Medical Department, Leinster Rugby, Newstead Building A, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sport Science, University College Dublin, Dublin 4, Ireland.
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Baida SR, King E, Richter C, Gore S, Franklyn-Miller A, Moran K. Hip Muscle Strength Explains Only 11% of the Improvement in HAGOS With an Intersegmental Approach to Successful Rehabilitation of Athletic Groin Pain. Am J Sports Med 2021; 49:2994-3003. [PMID: 34398640 PMCID: PMC8411474 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211028981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Exercise-based rehabilitation targeting intersegmental control has high success rates and fast recovery times in the management of athletic groin pain (AGP). The influence of this approach on hip strength and lower limb reactive strength and how these measures compare with uninjured athletes (CON) remain unknown. Additionally, the efficacy of this program after return to play (RTP) has not been examined. PURPOSE First, to examine differences in isometric hip strength, reactive strength, and the Hip and Groin Outcome Score (HAGOS) between the AGP and CON cohorts and after rehabilitation; second, to examine the relationship between the change in HAGOS and the change in strength variables after rehabilitation; last, to track HAGOS for 6 months after RTP. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study; Level of evidence, 2. METHODS A total of 42 athletes diagnosed with AGP and 36 matched controls completed baseline testing: isometric hip strength, lower limb reactive strength, and HAGOS. After rehabilitation, athletes with AGP were retested, and HAGOS was collected at 3 and 6 months after RTP. RESULTS In total, 36 athletes with AGP completed the program with an RTP time of 9.8 ± 3.0 weeks (mean ± SD). At baseline, these athletes had significantly lower isometric hip strength (abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, external rotation: d = -0.67 to -1.20), single-leg reactive strength (d = -0.73), and HAGOS (r = -0.74 to -0.89) as compared with the CON cohort. Hip strength (d = -0.83 to -1.15) and reactive strength (d = -0.30) improved with rehabilitation and were no longer significantly different between groups at RTP. HAGOS improvements were maintained or improved in athletes with AGP up to 6 months after RTP, although some subscales remained significantly lower than the CON group (r = -0.35 to -0.51). Two linear regression features (hip abduction and external rotation) explained 11% of the variance in the HAGOS Sports and Recreation subscale. CONCLUSION Athletes with AGP demonstrated isometric hip strength and reactive strength deficits that resolved after an intersegmental control rehabilitation program; however, improved hip strength explained only 11% of improvement in the Sports and Recreation subscale. HAGOS improvements after pain-free RTP were maintained at 6 months.
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- Samuel R. Baida
- Sports Medicine Department, Sports
Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland,School of Health and Human Performance,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland,Insight Centre for Data Analytics,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland,Samuel R. Baida, PT, PhD,
Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry, Dublin 9, Ireland (
) (Twitter: @Sam_Baida)
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- Sports Medicine Department, Sports
Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland,Department of Life Sciences, Roehampton
University, London, UK
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- Sports Medicine Department, Sports
Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Health and Human Performance,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland,Insight Centre for Data Analytics,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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- Sports Medicine Department, Sports
Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland,Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports
Medicine, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Human Performance,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland,Insight Centre for Data Analytics,
Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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Tateuchi H, Yamagata M, Asayama A, Ichihashi N. Influence of simulated hip muscle weakness on hip joint forces during deep squatting. J Sports Sci 2021; 39:2289-2297. [PMID: 34006185 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2021.1929009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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This study aimed to determine the effects of simulated hip muscle weakness on changes in hip joint forces during deep squat motion. Ten healthy individuals performed squat motion at three different positions (0° foot angle [N-squat], 10° toe-in [IN-squat], and 30° toe-out [OUT-squat]). A scaled musculoskeletal model for each participant was used to calculate the muscle and hip joint forces. For each hip muscle, models of full strength, mild muscle weakness (15% decrease), and severe muscle weakness (30% decrease) were created. The muscles affecting the hip joint forces were identified, and the rate of change in the joint forces was compared among the three squat conditions. The anterior hip joint force was increased in the muscle weakness models of the inferior gluteus maximus (iGlutMax) and iGlutMax+deep external rotator (ExtRot) muscles. With 30% muscle weakness of these muscles, statistically significant differences in the rate of increase in the anterior joint force were observed in the following order: IN-squat (iGlutMax, 29.5%; iGlutMax+ExtRot, 41.4%), N-squat (iGlutMax, 18.3%; iGlutMax+ExtRot, 27.8%), and OUT-squat (iGlutMax, 5.6%; iGlutMax+ExtRot, 9.3%). OUT-squat may be recommended to minimize the increase in hip joint forces if accompanied by hip muscle weakness.
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- Hiroshige Tateuchi
- Department of Physical Therapy, Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.,Graduate School of Human Development and Environment, Kobe University, Hyogo, Japan.,Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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van Klij P, Langhout R, van Beijsterveldt AMC, Stubbe JH, Weir A, Agricola R, Fokker Y, Mosler AB, Waarsing JH, Verhaar J, Tak I. Do hip and groin muscle strength and symptoms change throughout a football season in professional male football players? A prospective cohort study with repeated measures. J Sci Med Sport 2021; 24:1123-1129. [PMID: 33888428 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2021.03.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2020] [Revised: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Groin injuries are common in professional male football and result in significant complaints, time-loss and cost. We aimed to study: 1. Normal values of hip muscle strength and self-reported hip and groin function (Hip And Groin Outcome Score (HAGOS)). 2. Changes in these values throughout the season. 3. If previous (groin) injuries, leg dominance or league were associated with these outcome measures. DESIGN Prospective cohort study. METHODS 313 professional male football players (11 clubs) participated. Player characteristics and previous injuries were registered. Hip muscle strength (hand-held dynamometer) and HAGOS measurements were done at the start, middle and end of the season. RESULTS Data from 217 players were analysed. Adduction strength (mean±standard deviation, Nm/Kg) was 3.40±0.72 (start), 3.30±0.65 (mid) and 3.39±0.74 (end) (p=0.186). Abduction strength was 3.45±0.67, 3.14±0.57 and 3.28±0.61 (p<0.001). Adduction/abduction ratio was 1.00±0.21, 1.07±0.22 and 1.05±0.23 (p<0.001). Statistically, the HAGOS-subscale 'Pain' (median [interquartile range]) deteriorated slightly during the season (p=0.005), especially from mid-season (97.5 [90.6-100.0]) to end-of-season (95.0 [87.5-100.0]) (p=0.003). Other subscale scores remained unchanged between time points; 85.7 (symptoms), 100.0 (daily living), 96.9 (sports and recreation) 100.0, (physical activities) and 90.0 (quality of life). Previous injuries were associated with lower HAGOS-scores. Dominant legs had higher abduction strength (p<0.001) and lower adduction/abduction ratio (p<0.001). No differences between leagues were found for hip muscle strength and HAGOS-scores. CONCLUSIONS In Dutch male professional football players, hip muscle strength and HAGOS-scores remained relatively stable throughout the season. Pain increased slightly, which while statistically significant, was not clinically relevant.
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- P van Klij
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, The Netherlands.
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- Physiotherapy Dukenburg Nijmegen, Department Manual Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation, The Netherlands; Academic Centre for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), The Netherlands
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- Codarts, University of the Arts, The Netherlands; Performing Artist and Athlete Research Lab (PEARL), The Netherlands; Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC University Medical Centre Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, The Netherlands; Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Qatar; Sports Medicine and Exercise Clinic Haarlem (SBK), The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Centre for Applied Research in Sports and Nutrition, The Netherlands
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- Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Qatar; La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, La Trobe University, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, The Netherlands
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- Academic Centre for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), The Netherlands; Physiotherapy Utrecht Oost - Sports Rehabilitation and Manual Therapy Clinic, The Netherlands; Amsterdam Collaboration on Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS)/IOC Research Centre of Excellence, The Netherlands
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Reliability of a New Portable Dynamometer for Assessing Hip and Lower Limb Strength. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/app11083391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate intra- and inter-session reliability of the new, portable, and externally fixated dynamometer called MuscleBoard® for assessing the strength of hip and lower limb muscles. Hip abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, internal and external rotation, knee extension, ankle plantarflexion, and Nordic hamstring exercise strength were measured in three sessions (three sets of three repetitions for each test) on 24 healthy and recreationally active participants. Average and maximal value of normalized peak torque (Nm/kg) from three repetitions in each set and agonist:antagonist ratios (%) were statistically analyzed; the coefficient of variation and intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC2,k) were calculated to assess absolute and relative reliability, respectively. Overall, the results display high to excellent intra- and inter-session reliability with low to acceptable within-individual variation for average and maximal peak torques in all bilateral strength tests, while the reliability of unilateral strength tests was moderate to good. Our findings indicate that using the MuscleBoard® dynamometer can be a reliable device for assessing and monitoring bilateral and certain unilateral hip and lower limb muscle strength, while some unilateral strength tests require some refinement and more extensive familiarization.
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Dupré T, Tryba J, Potthast W. Muscle activity of cutting manoeuvres and soccer inside passing suggests an increased groin injury risk during these movements. Sci Rep 2021; 11:7223. [PMID: 33790373 PMCID: PMC8012386 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-86666-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Cutting manoeuvres and inside passing are thought to increase the risk of sustaining groin injuries. But both movements have received little research attention in this regard. The purpose of this study was to investigate the muscle activity of adductor longus and gracilis as well as hip and knee joint kinematics during \documentclass[12pt]{minimal}
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\begin{document}$$90^{\circ }$$\end{document}90∘-cutting and inside passing. Thirteen male soccer players were investigated with 3D-motion capturing and surface electromyography of adductor longus and gracilis while performing the two movements. Hip and knee joint kinematics were calculated with AnyBody Modelling System. Muscle activity of both muscles was significantly higher during the cutting manoeuvre compared to inside passing. Kinematics showed that the highest activity occurred during phases of fast muscle lengthening and eccentric contraction of the adductors which is known to increase the groin injury risk. Of both movements, cutting showed the higher activity and is therefore more likely to cause groin injuries. However, passing might also increase the risk for groin injuries as it is one of the most performed actions in soccer, and therefore most likely causes groin injuries through overuse. Practitioners need to be aware of these risks and should prepare players accordingly through strength and flexibility training.
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- Thomas Dupré
- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopedics, German Sport University Cologne, 50933, Cologne, Germany.
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- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopedics, German Sport University Cologne, 50933, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopedics, German Sport University Cologne, 50933, Cologne, Germany
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Esteve E, Casals M, Saez M, Rathleff MS, Clausen MB, Vicens-Bordas J, Hölmich P, Pizzari T, Thorborg K. Past-season, pre-season and in-season risk assessment of groin problems in male football players: a prospective full-season study. Br J Sports Med 2021; 56:484-489. [PMID: 33692032 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2020-102606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We assessed past-season, pre-season and in-season risk factors to investigate their association with an in-season groin problem in male amateur football players. METHODS Past-season groin-pain information and pre-season short-lever and long-lever adductor squeeze strength were obtained at baseline, together with anthropometrics (weight, lower limb lever length) and player age. In-season hip-related and groin-related sporting function was monitored every 4 weeks using the Sports and Recreation (Sport) subscale from the Hip And Groin Outcome Score questionnaire (HAGOS (Sport)). Groin problems, including time-loss groin injuries and groin pain irrespective of time loss, were collected over a 39-week competitive in-season. We estimated relative risk (RR), and 95% credibility interval (ICr) from logistic regressions fitted in a Bayesian framework. RESULTS Players (n=245) suffering from groin pain during the past-season had 2.4 times higher risk of experiencing a groin problem in the new season (2.40 RR; 95% ICr 1.5 to 3.7). This risk was reduced by 35% (0.65 RR; 95% ICr 0.42 to 0.99) per unit (N·m/kg) increase in the long-lever adductor squeeze test. Player age, short-lever squeeze test and the HAGOS (Sport) scores were not associated with the risk of a groin problem. CONCLUSIONS Past-season groin pain increased the risk of a groin problem in the new in-season. This risk was reduced by higher pre-season long-lever adductor squeeze strength. Past-season groin-pain information and long-lever adductor squeeze strength can be quickly obtained during pre-season to identify players with an elevated risk of in-season groin problems. This may be key to reduce these problems in the new season.
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- Ernest Esteve
- Universtiy School of Health and Sport (EUSES), University of Girona, Girona, Catalunya, Spain
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- Sport and Physical Activity Studies Centre (CEEAF), Faculty of Medicine, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia, Vic, Catalunya, Spain.,Servicios Médicos, Futbol Club Barcelona, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
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- Research Group on Statistics, Econometrics and Health, GRECS, University of Girona, Girona, Catalunya, Spain.,CIBER of Epidemiology and Public Health, CIBERESP, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
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- SMI, Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark.,Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, North Denmark Region, Denmark
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- Sports Orthopaedic Research Center-Copenhagen (SORC-C), Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Amager-Hvidovre, Hovedstaden, Denmark.,Department of Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Psychomotor Therapy, Faculty of Health, University College Copenhagen, Kobenhavn, Hovedstaden, Denmark
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- Sport and Physical Activity Studies Centre (CEEAF), Faculty of Medicine, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia, Vic, Catalunya, Spain.,NEOMA Research Group, Department of Medical Sciences, Universitat de Girona, Girona, Catalunya, Spain
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- Sports Orthopaedic Research Center-Copenhagen (SORC-C), Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Amager-Hvidovre, Hovedstaden, Denmark
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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- Sports Orthopaedic Research Center-Copenhagen (SORC-C), Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Amager-Hvidovre, Hovedstaden, Denmark.,Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation-Copenhagen (PMR-C), Amager-Hvidovre Hospital, Copenhagen University, Hvidovre, Denmark
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Daniels KAJ, King E, Richter C, Falvey É, Franklyn-Miller A. Changes in the kinetics and kinematics of a reactive cut maneuver after successful athletic groin pain rehabilitation. Scand J Med Sci Sports 2020; 31:839-847. [PMID: 33098142 DOI: 10.1111/sms.13860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2020] [Revised: 09/19/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Athletic groin pain (AGP) is a chronic, painful condition which is prevalent in players of field sports that require rapid changes of direction. Following successful rehabilitation, systematic changes have been observed in the kinetics and kinematics of pre-planned change of direction maneuvers, providing insight into potential foci for rehabilitation monitoring and for the assessment of interventions. However, changing direction in field sports is often reactive rather than pre-planned, and it is not known whether such post-rehabilitation changes are seen in reactive maneuvers. We analyzed the stance phase kinetics and kinematics of a 90° reactive cutting maneuver in 35 AGP patients before and after a successful exercise intervention program. Following the intervention, transverse plane rotation of the pelvis toward the intended direction of travel increased, and the body center of mass was positioned more anteriorly relative to the center of pressure. Ankle dorsiflexion also increased, and participants demonstrated greater ankle plantar flexor internal moment and power during the second half of stance. These findings provide insight into mechanical variables of potential importance in AGP, as identified during a maneuver based on a common sporting task.
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- Katherine A J Daniels
- Sports Medicine Research Department, Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.,Queen's School of Engineering, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK.,Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK
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- Sports Medicine Research Department, Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.,Department of Life Sciences, University of Roehampton, London, UK
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- Sports Medicine Research Department, Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.,Department of Life Sciences, University of Roehampton, London, UK
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- Sports Medicine Research Department, Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.,Department of Medicine, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Sports Medicine Research Department, Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.,Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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Farley JB, Barrett LM, Keogh JWL, Woods CT, Milne N. The relationship between physical fitness attributes and sports injury in female, team ball sport players: a systematic review. SPORTS MEDICINE - OPEN 2020; 6:45. [PMID: 32926228 PMCID: PMC7490320 DOI: 10.1186/s40798-020-00264-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2020] [Accepted: 07/20/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Understanding the relationships between physical fitness characteristics and sports injury may assist with the development of injury minimisation programs. The purpose of this systematic review was to investigate the association between physical fitness attributes and sports injury in female, team ball sport players. METHODS Four scientific databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus, Scopus) and reference lists of relevant research were searched for eligible studies up to September 2, 2019. Full-text articles examining the relationship between physical fitness and sports injury in female, team ball sport players were included. A modified Downs and Black checklist was used to assess methodological quality. Data synthesis determined summary conclusions based on the number of significant relationships divided by the total relationships investigated and reported as a percentage. Level of certainty was identified for summary conclusions based on level of evidence. Sub-analyses regarding competition level, age, and single injury types were also conducted. RESULTS A total of 44 studies were included. Data synthesis revealed no associations (low to moderate certainty) between body composition (1/9; 11%), flexibility (18-20%), and balance (2/8; 25%) and 'any injury' classification. No associations (mostly of moderate certainty) were found between flexibility (0-27%), muscular strength (0-27%), and body composition (14-33%) and various body region injury classifications, whereas mixed summary conclusions were shown for balance (0-48%). Many associations between physical fitness and sports injury were deemed 'unknown' or with an insufficient level of certainty. Sub-analyses revealed no association between strength and noncontact ACL injuries (0/5; 0%) or ankle sprains (0/12; 0%), and between flexibility and ankle sprains (1/5; 20%); however, insufficient certainty of these results exists. Clear associations were concluded between balance and lower body injuries in female, non-elite (10/16; 63%) and junior (9/12; 75%) team ball sport players, with moderate and insufficient certainty of these results, respectively. CONCLUSION Limited evidence is available to demonstrate relationships between physical fitness and sports injury in female, team ball sport players. High-quality evidence investigating the multifactorial nature of sports injury, including the interactions physical fitness qualities have with other injury determinants, is needed to better understand the role of physical fitness in minimising sports injuries in female, team ball sport players. TRIAL REGISTRATION CRD42017077374 (PROSPERO on September 14, 2017).
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- Jessica B. Farley
- grid.1033.10000 0004 0405 3820Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD Australia
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- grid.10049.3c0000 0004 1936 9692Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- grid.1033.10000 0004 0405 3820Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD Australia
- grid.252547.30000 0001 0705 7067Sports Performance Research Centre New Zealand, AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand
- grid.1034.60000 0001 1555 3415Cluster for Health Improvement, Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast, Australia
- grid.411639.80000 0001 0571 5193Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka India
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- grid.1019.90000 0001 0396 9544Institute for Health and Sport, Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC Australia
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- grid.1033.10000 0004 0405 3820Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD Australia
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Effectiveness of Field-Based Resistance Training Protocols on Hip Muscle Strength Among Young Elite Football Players. Clin J Sport Med 2020; 30:470-477. [PMID: 30418198 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to examine the effects of an 8-week progressive resistance training program on hip joint muscles' strength measures, using the Copenhagen adduction (CA) and the sliding hip (SH) exercises. DESIGN Prospective randomized controlled trial. SETTING Sport training and medical centers. PARTICIPANTS Forty-two young male football athletes (age 17.5 ± 1.1 years; height 178.3 ± 3.2 cm; body mass 66.1 ± 8.6 kg) allocated to a CA, SH, and matched control (C) group. INTERVENTIONS Two weekly sessions of CA and SH. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Maximal eccentric strength test for the hip adductor (EHAD) and maximal eccentric strength test for the hip abductor (EHAB) muscles, and the relative EHAD/EHAB ratio assessed through a break test in the side-lying position. RESULTS No significant differences between groups were found at baseline for any of the assessed variables (all P > 0.053). The CA group had a significant strength increase in the right and left leg (d = 2.11, d = 1.9, respectively). The SH group also had a significant strength increase in the right and left leg (d = 1.68 and d = 1.67, respectively). The CA group presented EHAD/EHAB improvements in the right and left leg (d = 0.84 and d = 1.14, respectively). The SH group also presented EHAD/EHAB improvements in the right and left leg (d = 1.34 and d = 1.44, respectively). CONCLUSIONS Both exercises' protocols were effective in inducing significant increases on EHAD, EHAB, and EHAD/EHAB ratio when compared with the control group. Practitioners should be aware of the training effectiveness of both protocols.
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Ransom M, Saunders S, Gallo T, Segal J, Jones D, Jones M, Milanese S. Reliability of a portable fixed frame dynamometry system used to test lower limb strength in elite Australian Football League players. J Sci Med Sport 2020; 23:826-830. [PMID: 32265133 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2020.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2019] [Revised: 03/04/2020] [Accepted: 03/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Deficits in strength of lower limb musculature have been associated with increased injury risk in a variety of athletic populations. As medical and performance staff seek to better understand the association between hip and knee strength measures and injury risk, measurement tools with high reliability and utility are required to profile and manage athletes effectively. The purpose of this study was to investigate the test-retest reliability of a portable fixed frame dynamometry system used to assess hip and knee strength of an elite Australian Football League team. DESIGN Case series. METHODS Maximum voluntary isometric strength of the hip abductors, hip adductors and knee flexors of 41 elite male Australian Football League footballers (mean age=23.7±4.1 years, height=189.2±7.0cm, weight=88.6±8.4kg) were tested during preseason training. Tests were performed one week apart on the same training day of a standard preseason week. RESULTS Test-retest reliability was very high for left hip adduction (ICC 0.958), right hip adduction (ICC 0.955), left hip abduction (ICC 0.957), right hip abduction (ICC 0.945), left knee flexion (ICC 0.927) and right knee flexion (ICC 0.923). Furthermore, standard errors of measurement in per cent (SEM%) ranged from 3.21 to 5.03%, and minimal detectable change (MDC) from 3.93 to 6.65kg for the different hip and thigh strength measures, making it possible to determine small changes in strength at the individual level. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated very high reliability when testing maximal voluntary isometric hip and knee strength using a portable fixed dynamometry system (KangaTech) in an elite male Australian Football League setting.
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- Matt Ransom
- International Centre for Allied Health Evidence, University of South Australia, Australia; Adelaide Crows Football Club, Australia.
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- School of Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Australia; Adelaide Crows Football Club, Australia; Saunders Physiotherapy, Australia
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- North Melbourne Football Club, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Australia
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- International Centre for Allied Health Evidence, University of South Australia, Australia; School of Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Australia
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Dupré T, Potthast W. Groin injury risk of pubertal soccer players increases during peak height velocity due to changes in movement techniques. J Sports Sci 2020; 38:2661-2669. [PMID: 32691676 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2020.1794769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Adolescent athletes experience an increase in injury incidence when they undergo peak height velocity (PHV). To find the reason behind this increase, the present study investigated if PHV influences hip joint kinematics, kinetics and adductor muscle forces in two groups of adolescent soccer players performing 90°-cutting manoeuvres and inside passing. One group was estimated to be more than half a year before PHV (PRE, N = 12). The second group was estimated to be less than half a year before or after PHV (MID, N = 10). Maximum static gripping and adductor forces were measured. Motion capturing and inverse dynamics were used to calculate kinematics and kinetics. The MID group was significantly taller and heavier compared to PRE while the force measurements showed no differences. Statistics showed a higher hip abduction moment for MID during the cutting manoeuvre. Results from the anthropometrics and force measurements suggest that the moments of inertia of the participants' extremities increase faster than the muscles can adapt. A higher abduction moment of MID likely increases the load on the adductor muscles through a change of technique. Combining both findings, it is likely that the risk of suffering a groin injury is increased in the MID group.
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- Thomas Dupré
- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopedics, German Sport University Cologne , Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopedics, German Sport University Cologne , Cologne, Germany
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Markovic G, Šarabon N, Pausic J, Hadžić V. Adductor Muscles Strength and Strength Asymmetry as Risk Factors for Groin Injuries among Professional Soccer Players: A Prospective Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17144946. [PMID: 32659937 PMCID: PMC7400295 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17144946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2020] [Revised: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 07/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The aim of this study was to prospectively examine the association between isometric hip adductor strength and between-limb strength asymmetry to groin injuries in male professional soccer players. Isometric hip adductor strength and between-limb strength asymmetry of 45 professional outfield soccer players from three First Division teams were tested during the 2017/2018 preseason. Players were then monitored throughout the 2017/2018 season for groin injuries. Ten groin injuries were recorded. When compared with uninjured players, players who sustained groin injury had significantly lower strength of respective muscle groups and significantly higher between-limb strength asymmetries (all p < 0.05; ES = 1.16 and 0.88; mean % difference = 26% and 51%). Isometric hip adductor strength had a significant inverse relationship with the incidence of occurring groin injuries (p = 0.016). No significant relationship between hip adductor strength asymmetry and the incidence of future groin injury was observed (p = 0.09). Finally, players' age and previous groin injury were not significantly associated with the incidence of future groin injuries (all p > 0.05). These results generally suggest that isometric adductor strength is a significant predictor of future groin injuries in men's professional football; however, due to the relatively low sample size, further studies are required.
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- Goran Markovic
- Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb, 10110 Zagreb, Croatia
- Motus Melior Ltd., Hektorovićeva 2, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Primorska, Polje 42, 6310 Izola, Slovenia;
- S2P, Science to Practice, Ltd., Laboratory for Motor Control and Motor Behavior, Tehnološki Park 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split, Ul. Nikole Tesle 6, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Faculty of Sport, University of Ljubljana, Gortanova ul. 22, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia;
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Crossley KM, Patterson BE, Culvenor AG, Bruder AM, Mosler AB, Mentiplay BF. Making football safer for women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of injury prevention programmes in 11 773 female football (soccer) players. Br J Sports Med 2020; 54:1089-1098. [PMID: 32253193 PMCID: PMC7497572 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Objective To evaluate the effects of injury prevention programmes on injury incidence in any women’s football code; explore relationships between training components and injury risk; and report injury incidence for women’s football. Design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Data sources Nine databases searched in August 2019. Eligibility criteria Randomised controlled trials evaluating any injury prevention programme (eg, exercise, education, braces) were included. Study inclusion criteria were: ≥20 female football players in each study arm (any age, football code or participation level) and injury incidence reporting. Results Twelve studies, all in soccer, met inclusion criteria, with nine involving adolescent teams (aged <18 years). All studies (except one) had a high risk of bias. Eleven studies examined exercise-based programmes, with most (9/11) including multiple (≥2) training components (eg, strength, plyometric, balance exercises). Multicomponent exercise programmes reduced overall (any reported) injuries (incidence rate ratio (IRR) 0.73, 95% CI 0.59 to 0.91) and ACL injuries (IRR 0.55, 95% CI 0.32 to 0.92). For exercise-based strategies (single-component and multicomponent), hamstring injuries were also reduced (IRR 0.40, 95% CI 0.17 to 0.95). While exercise-based strategies resulted in less knee, ankle and hip/groin injuries, and the use of multiple training components was associated with greater reductions in overall and knee injuries, further studies would be required to increase the precision of these results. The incidence of overall injuries in women’s football was 3.4 per 1000 exposure hours; with ankle injuries most common. Conclusion In women’s football, there is low-level evidence that multicomponent, exercise-based programmes reduce overall and ACL injuries by 27% and 45%, respectively. PROSPERO registration number CRD42018093527.
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- Kay M Crossley
- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Moreno-Pérez V, Nakamura FY, Sánchez-Migallón V, Domínguez R, Fernández-Elías VE, Fernández-Fernández J, Pérez-López A, López-Samanes A. The acute effect of match-play on hip range of motion and isometric strength in elite tennis players. PeerJ 2019; 7:e7940. [PMID: 31737442 PMCID: PMC6855201 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.7940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background Groin injuries are some of the most common injuries tennis players suffer. Several factors (e.g., post-match decrease in hip adductor (ADD) strength) have been proposed as possible mechanisms for increasing the incidence of this type of injury. However, the risk factors of developing groin injuries after a tennis match have not yet been delineated. Objective The aim of this study was to determine the effect of tennis match-play on isometric ADD and abductor (ABD) strength and passive hip range of motion (ROM). Methods Twenty-six male tennis players (20.30 ± 4.98 years) took part in this study. Participants completed an evaluation of strength and flexibility hip measurements before and after a simulated tennis match. Dominant and non-dominant passive hip ROM, ADD and ABD isometric strength, and the ADD/ABD strength ratio were measured before and immediately post-match. A global positioning system (GPS) and a session rating of perceived exertion (RPE) were used to assess the locomotive demands and internal match load. Results Isometric dominant ADD strength (17.8%, p ≤ 0.01) and ADD/ABD strength ratio (11.6%, p = 0.04) were lower post-match compared to the pre-match values. No between-limbs differences were observed for isometric ADD strength, ABD strength, and passive hip ROM tests. RPE showed an expected increase between pre- vs. post-match (pre- vs. post-warming-up, 3.42 ± 2.08 vs. 5.62 ± 2.29, p < 0.01). In addition, a significant relationship between ADD strength and the volume of tennis practice per week was found, stablishing that tennis players with lower volume of training per week suffered a reduction in ADD strength in their dominant limb after match-play (r = 0.420, p = 0.04). Conclusion The assessment of ADD strength and the ADD/ABD strength ratio in the dominant limb may be considered a post-match tool that can be used to identify players who require rest and additional recovery strategies before competing again.
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- Victor Moreno-Pérez
- Center for Translational Research in Physiotherapy, Department of Pathology and Surgery. Universidad Miguel Hernández, Elche, San Juan, Spain
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- Associate Graduate Program in Physical Education UPE/UFPB, Joao Pessoa University, Joao Pessoa, Brazil.,The College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain
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- College of Health Sciences, Isabel I University, Burgos, Spain
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- Department of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad del León, Spain, University of Leon, Leon, Spain
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences (Area of Sport and Physical Education), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcala, Madrid, Spain
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- School of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain
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Namazi P, Zarei M, Hovanloo F, Abbasi H. The association between the isokinetic muscle strength and lower extremity injuries in young male football players. Phys Ther Sport 2019; 39:76-81. [PMID: 31279289 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2019] [Revised: 06/28/2019] [Accepted: 06/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Validating any screening test to predict and prevent football injuries is in need of identifying related risk factors through prospective designs. In spite of the extensive use of strength testing in football players, there are limited studies investigating the relationship between isokinetic muscle strength and injury risk in young football players. The present study aimed to evaluate the relationship between isokinetic strength and the risk of lower extremity injury among Iranian young football players. METHOD ology: seventy three U-21 football players participated in this study. Isokinetic strength of hip, knee and ankle muscles were measured using the Isokinetic system pro 4. Injuries and exposure in training and matches were registered prospectively by club medical staff for one season. RESULTS Significant relationships were revealed between the isokinetic strength of hip abductor and adductor muscles, and isokinetic strength ratio of hip abductor/adductor muscles at an angular speed of 30°/sec, the isokinetic strength of hip abductor muscles at 90°/sec, and isokinetic strength of knee flexor and extensor muscles at 60°/sec and knee flexor/extensor strength ratio at angular velocities of 60°/sec with the injury occurrence among football players. CONCLUSION lower extremity isokinetic strength indices are associated with injuries in young male football players.
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- Parisa Namazi
- Department of Sports Sciences and Health, University of Shahid Beheshti, Velenjak Square, Evin, Tehran, 1983963113, Iran
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- Department of Sports Sciences and Health, University of Shahid Beheshti, Velenjak Square, Evin, Tehran, 1983963113, Iran.
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- Department of Sports Sciences and Health, University of Shahid Beheshti, Velenjak Square, Evin, Tehran, 1983963113, Iran
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- Department of Sport Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Sport Sciences Research Institute, No. 3, 5th Alley, Miremad Street, Motahhari Street, 1587958711, Tehran, Iran.
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Valasek AE, Young JA, Huang L, Singichetti B, Yang J. Age and Sex Differences in Overuse Injuries Presenting to Pediatric Sports Medicine Clinics. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2019; 58:770-777. [PMID: 30897956 DOI: 10.1177/0009922819837360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Pediatric overuse injuries present with a gradual mechanism of onset and an underlying pathogenesis of microtrauma. We evaluated the clinical presentation of pediatric sports injuries to determine if differences exist between age and sex. A retrospective chart review was performed over a 6-year period; 6593 overuse injuries were included with the mean age of 13.4 years. Males presented with a greater proportion of apophysis, physis, and articular cartilage injuries ( P < .01). Females presented with greater bone, tendon, and "other" injuries ( P < .01). Children <9 years of age demonstrated apophysis and physis injuries. Conversely, children older than 15 years of age presented with tendon, bone, bursa, and other ( P < .01) overuse injuries. A significant number of pediatric athletes in this cohort reported playing through pain prior to clinical evaluation. Injury prevention programs need to educate children, and a red flag should be raised when pediatric athletes are participating with pain.
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- Amy Elizabeth Valasek
- 1 Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.,2 The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- 1 Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.,2 The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- 1 Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.,2 The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- 1 Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.,2 The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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Desmyttere G, Gaudet S, Begon M. Test-retest reliability of a hip strength assessment system in varsity soccer players. Phys Ther Sport 2019; 37:138-143. [PMID: 30959443 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2019] [Revised: 03/25/2019] [Accepted: 03/25/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate test-retest reliability of a hip strength assessment system (GroinBar). DESIGN Test-retest reliability study. SETTING Laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Twenty asymptomatic varsity soccer players. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Maximal isometric hip strength (adduction, abduction, internal and external rotation, flexion and extension) was assessed using the GroinBar. Intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and relative standard error of measurement (SEM) were calculated to evaluate reliability of peak (ICC3,1) (highest peak within 3 trials) and average peak (ICC3,3) (average of 3 trials) force and rate of force development (RFD). Hotelling's T2, were also used to compare bilateral and reciprocal ratios between dominant and non-dominant leg. RESULTS ICC for both peak force and RFD values revealed moderate to good reliability (0.53-0.88 and 0.61-0.84, respectively), whereas reliability was good to excellent regarding their average values (0.77-0.95 and 0.81-0.92, respectively). SEM of average peak force and RFD values (4.1-9.4% and 8.2-13.9%, respectively) were lower than that of peak force and RFD values (5.7-13.0% and 10.7-19.1%, respectively). No significant difference was found in bilateral and reciprocal force ratios between dominant and non-dominant leg. CONCLUSIONS The GroinBar is a reliable tool to assess hip muscle function in athletic populations and could be used for player screening and follow-up.
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- Gauthier Desmyttere
- École de Kinésiologie et des Sciences de l'Activité Physique, Faculté de Médecine, Université de Montréal, Campus Laval, 1700 rue Jacques Tétreault, Laval, QC, H7N 0B6, Canada.
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- École de Kinésiologie et des Sciences de l'Activité Physique, Faculté de Médecine, Université de Montréal, Campus Laval, 1700 rue Jacques Tétreault, Laval, QC, H7N 0B6, Canada
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- École de Kinésiologie et des Sciences de l'Activité Physique, Faculté de Médecine, Université de Montréal, Campus Laval, 1700 rue Jacques Tétreault, Laval, QC, H7N 0B6, Canada
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Adolescent cricket pace bowlers are prone to non-contact shoulder, low back and lower-limb injuries. Exercise-based injury prevention programmes (IPPs) are effective for reducing non-contact injuries in athletes; however, a specific programme for adolescent pace bowlers has not been published. This paper therefore seeks to provide a rationale for the development of an exercise-based IPP specific for adolescent pace bowlers. It also outlines design principles and provides an example exercise programme that can be implemented at the community level. In addition, the paper addresses other injury prevention techniques concerned with the prescription of appropriate bowling loads and the modification of poor bowling biomechanics. Performing an exercise-based IPP before cricket training could reduce injury rates in adolescent pace bowlers. Eccentric strengthening exercises can be employed to target injuries to the posterior shoulder muscles, hip adductors and hamstring muscles. The risk of low back, knee and ankle injury could also be reduced with the inclusion of dynamic neuromuscular control exercises and trunk extensor endurance exercises. Other prevention strategies that need to be considered include the modification of poor bowling biomechanics, such as shoulder counter-rotation and lateral trunk flexion. Coaches and players should also aim to quantify bowling load accurately and coaches should use this information to prescribe appropriate individualised bowling loads. Specifically, players would benefit from avoiding both long periods of low load and acute periods when load is excessively high. Future evidence is needed to determine the effectiveness of the example programme outlined in this paper. It would also be beneficial to investigate whether the modification of bowling biomechanics is achievable at the non-elite level and if bowling load can be accurately measured and manipulated within a community-level population.
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Moreno-Pérez V, Travassos B, Calado A, Gonzalo-Skok O, Del Coso J, Mendez-Villanueva A. Adductor squeeze test and groin injuries in elite football players: A prospective study. Phys Ther Sport 2019; 37:54-59. [PMID: 30856592 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2018] [Revised: 02/28/2019] [Accepted: 03/01/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To examining the relationship between hip adductor strength and groin injury incidence during the competitive season of professional football teams. DESIGN Prospective Cohort study. SETTING Controlled laboratory environment. PARTICIPANTS Seventy-one players volunteered to participate. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES In the pre-season, maximal hip adductor strength was measured by means of the isometric adductor squeeze test. Hip adductor strength, normalized by body mass, was compared between players who suffered a groin injury (n = 18) vs uninjured players (n = 53). Risk ratios (RR) were used to evaluate the likelihood of players to suffer this type of injury. RESULTS Most of the reported groin injuries occurred during competitive matches (5.5 per 1000 match hours). Maximal isometric hip adductor strength was lower in the groin-injured group compared with their uninjured counterparts (429.8 ± 100 vs 564 ± 58.7 N, d = -1.58 and 5.40 ± 1.27 vs 7.71 ± 0.89 N/kg, d = -1.88, respectively). Results revealed that values of maximal isometric adductor strength lower than 465.33 N increased the probability to suffer a groin injury by 72%. Furthermore, values of force relative to body mass lower than 6.971 N/kg increased the probability to suffer a groin injury by 83%. CONCLUSION The assessment of Hip adductor strength, in addition to other measurements, might help practitioners to determine the probability of suffering an overuse groin injuries in elite football players.
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- V Moreno-Pérez
- Sports Research Centre, Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, Avda. de La Universidad s/n, 03202, Elche, Alicante, Spain.
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- Departamento de Ciências do Desporto, Universidade da Beira Interior, Convento de Sto. António. 6201-001, Covilhã, Portugal.
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- Rio Ave Rendimento, Rio Ave FC, Rua Sancho I, Estadio do Rio Ave, 4489-876, Vila do Conde, Portugal.
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of San Jorge of Zaragoza, Villanueva de Gállego, 50830, Zaragoza, Spain.
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- Exercise Physiology Laboratory, Camilo José Cela University, Sport Sciences Institute Castillo de Alarcón, 49, Villafranca del Castillo, None, 28692, Spain.
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Active pelvic tilt is reduced in athletes with groin injury; a case-controlled study. Phys Ther Sport 2019; 36:14-21. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2018.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2018] [Revised: 12/20/2018] [Accepted: 12/22/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Langhout R, Weir A, Litjes W, Gozeling M, Stubbe JH, Kerkhoffs G, Tak I. Hip and groin injury is the most common non-time-loss injury in female amateur football. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:3133-3141. [PMID: 29860603 PMCID: PMC6754353 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-4996-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2017] [Accepted: 05/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE Hip and groin injuries in football are problematic due to their high incidence and risk of chronicity and recurrence. The use of only time-loss injury definitions may underestimate the burden of hip and groin injuries. Little is known about hip and groin injury epidemiology in female football. The first aim of this study was to examine the within-season (2014-2015) prevalence of total injury with and without time-loss in female amateur football players. The second aim was to study the within-season and preseason (2015-2016) prevalence of hip/groin injuries with and without time-loss. The third aim was to study the association between the duration of hip and groin injury in the 2014-2015 season and the severity of hip/groin problems during the 2015-2016 preseason. METHODS During the preseason, 434 Dutch female amateur football players completed an online questionnaire based on the previous season and current preseason. The hip and groin outcome score (HAGOS) was used to assess the severity of hip and groin injuries. RESULTS The hip/groin (17%), knee (14%), and ankle (12%) were the most frequent non-time-loss injury locations. The ankle (22%), knee (18%), hamstring (11%), thigh (10%), and hip/groin (9%) were the most common time-loss injury locations. The previous season prevalence of total injury was 93%, of which non-time-loss injury was 63% and time-loss injury was 37%. The prevalence of hip/groin injury was 40%, non-time-loss hip/groin injury was 36% and time-loss hip/groin injury was 11%. The preseason prevalence of hip/groin injury was 27%, non-time-loss hip/groin injury was 25%, and time-loss hip/groin injury was 4%. Players with longstanding hip/groin injury (> 28 days) in the previous season had lower HAGOS scores at the next preseason than players with short-term (1-7 days) or no hip/groin injury (p < 0.001). From all players with hip/groin injury from the previous season, 52% also sustained hip/groin injury in the following preseason, of which 73% were recurrent and 27% were chronic hip/groin injuries. CONCLUSION Injury risk, and especially non-time-loss hip and groin injury risk, is high in female amateur football. Three-quarters of the players with longstanding hip and groin injuries in the previous season have residual problems at the start of the following season. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
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- Rob Langhout
- Department for Manual Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Dukenburg Nijmegen, Aldenhof 7003, 6537 DZ, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC-VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Advanced Studies Manual Therapy, SOMT University, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
- Dutch Center for Allied Health Care (NPi), Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
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- Sports Groin Pain Centre, Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar
- Department of Orthopaedics, Erasmus MC Center for Groin Injuries, Erasmus MC University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Sports Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Wijchen, Wijchen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physiotherapy, PSV Eindhoven, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Codarts Rotterdam, University of the Arts, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC-VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC-VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Dutch Center for Allied Health Care (NPi), Amersfoort, The Netherlands
- Department for Manual Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Utrecht Oost, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Toohey LA, Drew MK, Fortington LV, Finch CF, Cook JL. An Updated Subsequent Injury Categorisation Model (SIC-2.0): Data-Driven Categorisation of Subsequent Injuries in Sport. Sports Med 2018; 48:2199-2210. [PMID: 29500797 DOI: 10.1007/s40279-018-0879-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Accounting for subsequent injuries is critical for sports injury epidemiology. The subsequent injury categorisation (SIC-1.0) model was developed to create a framework for accurate categorisation of subsequent injuries but its operationalisation has been challenging. OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to update the subsequent injury categorisation (SIC-1.0 to SIC-2.0) model to improve its utility and application to sports injury datasets, and to test its applicability to a sports injury dataset. METHODS The SIC-1.0 model was expanded to include two levels of categorisation describing how previous injuries relate to subsequent events. A data-driven classification level was established containing eight discrete injury categories identifiable without clinical input. A sequential classification level that sub-categorised the data-driven categories according to their level of clinical relatedness has 16 distinct subsequent injury types. Manual and automated SIC-2.0 model categorisation were applied to a prospective injury dataset collected for elite rugby sevens players over a 2-year period. Absolute agreement between the two coding methods was assessed. RESULTS An automated script for automatic data-driven categorisation and a flowchart for manual coding were developed for the SIC-2.0 model. The SIC-2.0 model was applied to 246 injuries sustained by 55 players (median four injuries, range 1-12), 46 (83.6%) of whom experienced more than one injury. The majority of subsequent injuries (78.7%) were sustained to a different site and were of a different nature. Absolute agreement between the manual coding and automated statistical script category allocation was 100%. CONCLUSIONS The updated SIC-2.0 model provides a simple flowchart and automated electronic script to allow both an accurate and efficient method of categorising subsequent injury data in sport.
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- Liam A Toohey
- Department of Physical Therapies, c/o AIS Physical Therapies, Australian Institute of Sport, Leverrier Street, Bruce, ACT, 2617, Australia.
- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia.
- School of Allied Health (Physiotherapy), Sport and Exercise Medicine Department, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, 3086, Australia.
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- Department of Physical Therapies, c/o AIS Physical Therapies, Australian Institute of Sport, Leverrier Street, Bruce, ACT, 2617, Australia
- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
- School of Allied Health (Physiotherapy), Sport and Exercise Medicine Department, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, 3086, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
- School of Allied Health (Physiotherapy), Sport and Exercise Medicine Department, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, 3086, Australia
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O'Brien M, Bourne M, Heerey J, Timmins RG, Pizzari T. A novel device to assess hip strength: Concurrent validity and normative values in male athletes. Phys Ther Sport 2018; 35:63-68. [PMID: 30471548 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2018.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2018] [Revised: 11/09/2018] [Accepted: 11/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Michael O'Brien
- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086, Australia; LifeCare Malvern Sports Medicine Centre, 91 Wattletree Rd, Armadale, Victoria, 3143, Australia. M.O'
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086, Australia; Griffith University, School of Allied Health Sciences, Gold Coast, 4215, Australia.
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086, Australia.
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- Australian Catholic University, School of Behavioural and Health Sciences, Fitzroy, Victoria, 3065, Australia.
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086, Australia.
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