The Journal of sports medicine and physical fitness
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J Sports Med Phys Fitness · Jan 2020
Effects of basketball match-play on ankle dorsiflexion range of motion and vertical jump performance in semi-professional players.
The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of basketball match-play on ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) and countermovement (CMJ) performance, and their association with internal match load. ⋯ Ankle dorsiflexion ROM is still reduced 48 h after a competitive basketball match in semi-professional basketball players. The implementation of specific recovery strategies aiming at minimizing a decrease in ankle dorsiflexion after a match might be considered to reduce the likelihood of ankle injury.
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J Sports Med Phys Fitness · Jan 2020
The application of musculoskeletal ultrasonography in sports injuries of lower limbs in Chongqing Marathon competition.
High incidence of sports injury occurring during marathon competitions urges a pressing demand for a convenient and accurate diagnostic tool of such injuries. However, contemporary information on the application of musculoskeletal ultrasonography (MSUS) in sports injury is not sufficient. ⋯ Musculoskeletal ultrasonography could be applied as an efficient method for the diagnosis of sports injuries in the athletic competition field.
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J Sports Med Phys Fitness · May 2019
Comparative StudyLevel- and sport-specific Star Excursion Balance Test performance in female volleyball players.
Investigations of Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) performance differences between competition levels and sports are limited and results are inconsistent. The aim of the present study are: 1) to compare SEBT performance between elite and semi-professional female volleyball players; 2) to evaluate differences in SEBT scores between positions (Hitters, Middle Blockers, Setters, and Liberoes); and 3) to compare dynamic balance characteristics between professional female Italian volleyball players with NCAA Division I female athletes practicing six different sports (hockey, football, basketball, golf, softball, and volleyball). For the latter comparison, previously published data obtained from a study were used. ⋯ The EG scored higher on dynamic postural-control tasks than the SG. SEBT performance varied significantly between sports. Clinicians and strength coaches need to be aware of sport specific differences in dynamic postural control measurements in both rehabilitation and athletic development.