Ignasi de Yzaguirre Maura , Jaume Escoda i Mora , Mauricio Monaco , Gonzalo Grazioli , Jordi Santiago , Daniel Brotons i Cuixart
{"title":"Physiological impact of the facial mask at rest (2): Modification of Cardiac Variability (HRV) in young athletes","authors":"Ignasi de Yzaguirre Maura , Jaume Escoda i Mora , Mauricio Monaco , Gonzalo Grazioli , Jordi Santiago , Daniel Brotons i Cuixart","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100472","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100472","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>During the imperative mandate of mask-wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic, our study aimed to elucidate the physiological repercussions stemming from hypoxia and hypercapnia induced by facemasks during periods of rest. Specifically, we investigated the influence of facemasks on heart rate variability (HRV) within a cohort of young athletes.</div></div><div><h3>Material and methods</h3><div>Experimental study in which 56 competitive adolescent athletes (55 % female) were evaluated. The heart rate data was recorded during 8-min, in meditative rest while seated. We conducted a comprehensive analysis of heart rate variability, examining both a 4-min segment and a 100-beat window. Comparisons were made between data recorded when subjects wore facemasks and when they breathed freely without masks. Data analysis was performed utilizing the Polar ProTrainer 5 software.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The results showed relevant statistical differences at the level of cardiac variability (HRV): a) Heart Rate (mask: 70.5 ± 11.3 bpm vs no mask: 71.4 ± 12 bpm; p < 0.043. b) RMSSD (Mask: 56.8 ± 41.1 ms vs no mask: 48.9 ± 30.8 ms p < 0.002). c) RMSSD only 100 beats (mask: 58.1 ± 42.0 ms vs no mask: 46.7 ± 28.4 ms; p < 0.0001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Upon removing the facemask while maintaining meditative rest, 86 % of the subjects exhibited a distinct sympathetic response during the subsequent 5-min period. Notably, in 13 % of participants, this sympathetic response persisted across both phases of the study. Furthermore, the analysis of Ultra-Short-Term Cardiac Variability based on 100 beats accentuated the significance of the observed differences.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 226","pages":"Article 100472"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143144328","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Is it safe to use sand surface during rehab when training basic skills in early stages? How sand surface and inertial sensor position affect Drop Jump landing's G-forces and it's application in injury recovery","authors":"X. Linde , M.A. Adame , F. Corbi","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100471","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100471","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>En el ámbito deportivo, el uso de la arena como superfície de trabajo dentro del proceso de recuperación de las lesiones, ha disfrutado de muy buena aceptación y de un creciente interés en los últimos años. Desafortunadamente, el número de estudios en los que se ha analizado sus efectos continúa siendo reducido. Por ello, en este estudio se analiza la existencia de posibles diferencias en la magnitud del impacto generada durante un Drop Jump (DJ) de 45 cm, en función de la zona corporal analizada, de la superficie de contacto y de la altura en la que es colocada una unidad de movimiento inercial (IMU). Para ello se analizaron a 6 participantes mediante 3 sensores IMU (WIMU PRO™) que se utilizaron para medir las fuerzas G en la fase de aterrizaje del DJ. Los resultados sugieren la existencia de diferencias estadísticamente significativas al comparar superfícies (arena vs. césped), zona corporal (tobillo y lumbar) y lugar de colocación del dispositivo (zona torácica vs. tobillo).</div></div><div><div>In sports, the use of sand surface as a tool in the injury recovery process has received very good acceptance and an increased attention in recent years. Unfortunately, the number of studies in this area continues being scarce. Therefore, this study analyzes the existence of possible differences in the magnitude of the impact generated during a 45 cm Drop Jump (DJ), depending on the body area analyzed, the contact surface (sand or grass) and the height (thoracic spine and ankle) at which a jump is placed. To that purpose, 6 participants were analyzed by wearing 3 IMU sensors (WIMU PRO™) to measure G foreces in the landing phase of the DJ. The results suggest the existence of statistically significant differences when comparing surfaces (sand vs. grass), body area (ankle and lumbar) and location of device placement (thoracic area vs. ankle).</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 226","pages":"Article 100471"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142698192","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Taíse Mendes Biral , Leonardo Kesrouani Lemos , Allysiê Priscilla de Souza Cavina , Eduardo Pizzo Junior , Julia Waszczuk Vendrame , Gabriel Martins da Silva , Guilherme Henrique da Silva Brandão , Gabriella Souza Oliveira Meireles Pimenta , Gabriel Oliveira da Silva , Gabriel Cena Santos , Enzo Vinícius Corrêa de Oliveira , Franciele Marques Vanderlei
{"title":"Effect of different load during eccentric training with blood flow restriction on muscle size, strength, and performance: A randomized controlled trial✰","authors":"Taíse Mendes Biral , Leonardo Kesrouani Lemos , Allysiê Priscilla de Souza Cavina , Eduardo Pizzo Junior , Julia Waszczuk Vendrame , Gabriel Martins da Silva , Guilherme Henrique da Silva Brandão , Gabriella Souza Oliveira Meireles Pimenta , Gabriel Oliveira da Silva , Gabriel Cena Santos , Enzo Vinícius Corrêa de Oliveira , Franciele Marques Vanderlei","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100470","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100470","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background/Objective</h3><div>studies on eccentric training with blood flow restriction (BFR) still has gaps, especially in strength and muscle hypertrophy. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze and compare the effects of six weeks of eccentric training of knee extensors at different load associated or not with BFR on strength, hypertrophy, and performance of knee extensors.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>61 men, healthy and untrained, performed six weeks of quadriceps muscle eccentric training in isokinetic dynamometer were randomized into four groups: high-load eccentric training with BFR (HLET-BFR), low-load eccentric training with BFR (LLET-BFR), high-load eccentric training (HLET) and low-load eccentric training (LLET). The strength, muscle structure and performance outcomes were evaluated at baseline, after 3 and 6 weeks of training.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>for eccentric peak torque in the first three weeks, HLET was superior to LLET, but similar to LLET-BFR. In the final three weeks, superiority was observed in relation to LLET-BFR; however, there was no difference in relation to HIET-BFR. For the outcomes isometric and concentric peak torque, muscle structure and performance, there were no differences between groups.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>eccentric training led to strengthening of knee extensors and improved performance, but without altering the muscle structure. LLET-BFR promoted gains similar to HLET in the first three weeks of training.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100470"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142651421","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Women's sports injuries: A bibliometric study of research trends and future perspectives","authors":"Ayona Eldos , Shamshadali Perumbalath , Vinu W","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100469","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100469","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Women's participation in sports has grown significantly, but concerns about sports-related injuries among female athletes persist. This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of women's sports injuries literature using data from 910 research articles retrieved from the Scopus database (1962 to July 2024). Employing Biblioshiny and VOSviewer, this study analyses performance and science mapping techniques to landscape the research overview. These findings delineate influential authors, impactful journals, and important articles. Also, identify the major areas of interest and suggest trending and future potential areas of research investigation in women's sports injuries. The study's implications support researchers, coaches, trainers, policymakers, and funding institutions in enhancing collaboration and prioritizing research on women's sports injuries. Recommendations include expanding this study to explore emerging research directions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100469"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142553360","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The effects of Ramadan fasting on various physiological and biochemical parameters on Muslim soccer players","authors":"Yakoub Fenni , Mourad Ikiouane , Mourad Redjal , Hocine Remini , Ayoub Allam , Salim Zaabar","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100467","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100467","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This systematic review aimed to examine the effects of Ramadan fasting on biomarkers and performance in Muslim soccer players, addressing the challenges they face due to disrupted dietary patterns and daily routines during this period. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using electronic databases, following PRISMA guidelines. Studies focusing on Ramadan fasting's impact on soccer players' biomarkers and performance were included and critically evaluated. The study revealed that Ramadan fasting did not negatively impact recovery after matches. However, it resulted in decreases in certain blood parameters and performance indicators. Increased sleepiness and muscle fatigue were also observed. Notably, maintaining a training program during Ramadan did not increase oxidative stress. Fasting improved systemic inflammation biomarkers in obese males and did not adversely affect liver and renal function biomarkers. The effects on body weight and plasma volume appeared to be linked to dietary factors or the body's biochemical response to fasting. While Ramadan fasting presents challenges for Muslim soccer players, its overall impact on performance and recovery appears manageable. The findings suggest that players can maintain their performance levels during Ramadan with proper management and training adjustments. However, individual variations and specific aspects of performance should be considered when developing strategies for Muslim athletes during this period.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100467"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142540147","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Hamstring injury in a rink hockey player. Does sport practice influences in injuries prognosis?","authors":"Bernat de Pablo , Gil Rodas , Martí Casals","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100465","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100465","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>We describe the case of a young rink hockey player who sustained a hamstring injury, a transversal rupture of the biceps femoris proximal tendon with retraction of the distal portion while playing. Despite a surgical approach is usually recommended in elite athletes from other sports with this kind of injuries, the biomechanics of the sport must be taken into consideration when the treatment is decided.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100465"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142531385","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Anterior cruciate ligament injuries in female football. What is the current reality?","authors":"Javier Yanguas Leyes, Priscilla Jarrín Jácome","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100461","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100461","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100461"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142437815","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Translation and cross-cultural adaptation of the Get Active Questionnaire for Pregnancy (GAQ-P) to Spanish population","authors":"Eva Ferrer , Maia Brik , Margie Davenport , Ruben Barakat , Montse Palacio","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100463","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100463","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Physical activity during pregnancy reduces the risk of developing pregnancy complications. Despite the strong recommendations for physical activity during pregnancy, the compliance is suboptimal. The <em>Get Active Questionnaire for Pregnancy (GAQ-P)</em>, developed by CESP provides a screening tool for physical activity contraindications and promotes physical activity during pregnancy. The aim of this study is to translate, and perform a cross-cultural adaptation of the GAQ-P to be used in Spanish population.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A multidisciplinary expert group was set-up for the validation process including experts in obstetrics and gynecology, sports medicine, physical activity and sports, and midwives. The translation and cultural adaptation of the GAQ-P and associated Health Care Provider Consultation Form followed the International Society for Pharmaecoeconomics and Outcomes Research guidelines.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The validated Spanish version of the GAQ-P, and the Health Care Provider Consultation Form for Prenatal Physical Activity was achieved. During the cognitive debriefing, we included 73 stakeholders (pregnant women, healthcare professionals and physical activity and sports professionals) from different regions of Spain, to improve the cultural aspects and the comprehensibility of the translation.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Following the validation process, we have obtained a reliable evidence-based screening tool to be used in Spanish, aiming to reduce the barriers for most women to be physically active during pregnancy, and assisting healthcare providers and physical activity professionals in the identification of women that have contraindications for physical activity during pregnancy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100463"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142422959","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Olga Calle, Pablo López-Sierra, Sebastián Feu, Sergio J. Ibáñez
{"title":"Analysis of tasks and training load during pre-season training in professional basketball","authors":"Olga Calle, Pablo López-Sierra, Sebastián Feu, Sergio J. Ibáñez","doi":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100466","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100466","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>In the quest to improve basketball players' performance during the season, the analysis of the training processes during the pre-season is crucial to successfully face the competition period. The aim of this research was to characterize the training tasks of a professional basketball team of the ACB category during the 2022/23 pre-season, as well as to analyze the relationship between the game situation with the pedagogical variables and External Load variables.</div></div><div><h3>Materials and Methods</h3><div>The sample consisted of 107 tasks during 20 sessions of a Spanish first division professional basketball team. The dependent variables were the pedagogical variables and the external load. The independent variable was the Game Situation, understood as the organization of the players during the tasks. All variables were recorded using the Integral System for the Analysis of Training Tasks (SIATE) tool. A descriptive and inferential analysis was carried out to determine the relationships between the game situation with the pedagogical and external load variables.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>All indicators of the pedagogical and external load variables show a statistically significant association with the game situation (<em>p</em><.05).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Therefore, the pedagogical and external load variables are conditioned by the game situation. Positioning itself as a variable of great relevance for the planning of the sessions, as its design facilitates the achievement of the proposed objectives and more effective training sessions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100113,"journal":{"name":"Apunts Sports Medicine","volume":"60 225","pages":"Article 100466"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142422960","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}