Quincy R Johnson, Yang Yang, Dimitrije Cabarkapa, Shane Stock, Dalton Gleason, Kazuma Akehi, Dayton Sealey, Clay Frels, Douglas B Smith, Andrew C Fry
{"title":"Key Performance Indicators for College American Football Starters: An Exploratory Study.","authors":"Quincy R Johnson, Yang Yang, Dimitrije Cabarkapa, Shane Stock, Dalton Gleason, Kazuma Akehi, Dayton Sealey, Clay Frels, Douglas B Smith, Andrew C Fry","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010019","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010019","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The purpose of this study was twofold: (a) to profile body composition and physical fitness characteristics of collegiate American football starters and (b) to examine differences in key performance indicators across position groups. These indicators included select measures of body composition, joint kinematics, as well as muscular strength and power.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Sixteen National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division-II American football athletes (age: 22.25 ± 1.1 years; height: 183.75 ± 7.8 cm; and body mass: 97.22 ± 20.39 kg) volunteered to participate in this study. A Kruskal-Wallis one-way analysis of variance by ranks test with Dunn test post-hoc adjustments was used to examine position differences between Line (<i>n</i> = 3), Big Skill (<i>n</i> = 6), and Skill (<i>n</i> = 7) position groups with α priori set at <i>p</i> < 0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The findings of this study suggest that significant differences in body composition (<i>p</i> = 0.004), muscular strength (<i>p</i> = 0.01), and muscular power (<i>p</i> = 0.03) exist between position groups. However, no significant differences were observed in joint kinematics as assessed by the bilateral squat test (<i>p</i> > 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Therefore, key findings from this study suggest that although significant differences in body composition, muscular strength, and muscular power exist, an emphasis should be placed on the regular assessment, development, and maintenance of optimal joint kinematics within collegiate American football populations as this appears to be a shared key performance indicator among starters.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755533/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023716","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":"Sensory Processing Sensitivity and Its Relation to Exercise Behavior and Preferred Exercise Intensity.","authors":"Benjamin Lee Webb","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010018","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010018","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives:</b> Regular exercise is important for overall health, yet exercise participation in the United States remains low. Exercise promotion depends on identifying factors such as personality that might influence exercise participation. Sensory processing sensitivity (SPS), a personality trait described as the tendency to deeply process environmental stimuli, is a psychological factor that may influence exercise participation. The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to examine relationships among SPS, exercise behavior, and preferred exercise intensity. <b>Methods:</b> Participants (<i>N</i> = 320) were college students and employees who completed the 12-Item Highly Sensitive Person Scale, the Godin Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire, and a question related to preferred exercise intensity. <b>Results:</b> Participants' ages ranged from 18 to 70 years (<i>M</i> = 39.36, <i>SD</i> = 15.15), and they were mostly female (69.6%). Most participants were physically active (77.5%). Mean SPS scores were not significantly different between active (<i>M</i> = 50.2, <i>SD</i> = 10.9) and insufficiently active (<i>M</i> = 51.4, <i>SD</i> = 9.97) participants; however, post hoc analysis revealed that the mean increase in SPS score from preference for vigorous intensity to light intensity (5.18, 95% CI [0.13, 10.2]) was statistically significant (<i>p</i> = 0.043). <b>Conclusions:</b> Exercise preferences are an important consideration for exercise adoption and adherence; thus, these findings have practical implications for exercise promotion, especially for individuals who score higher in SPS.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755461/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023483","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}
Iván Prieto-Lage, Xoana Reguera-López-de-la-Osa, Christopher Vázquez-Estévez, Alfonso Gutiérrez-Santiago
{"title":"Technical and Tactical Performance in Women's Singles Pickleball: A Notational Analysis of Key Match Indicators.","authors":"Iván Prieto-Lage, Xoana Reguera-López-de-la-Osa, Christopher Vázquez-Estévez, Alfonso Gutiérrez-Santiago","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010020","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010020","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Pickleball has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, yet studies exploring its specific characteristics are scarce. This investigation provides a detailed notational analysis of women's singles pickleball, evaluating the technical and tactical performance indicators in the game. <b>Method:</b> An observational methodology was used to analyze all points from five PPA Tour tournaments. The matches were recorded and coded using LINCE PLUS software, version 2.1.0, with a category system designed for this sport. A descriptive analysis was conducted with IBM SPSS version 25.0, and Theme 6.0 Edu software was used to detect gameplay patterns. The statistical significance was set at <i>p</i> < 0.05. <b>Results:</b> The findings indicate that serving players have a slight advantage, winning 55.1% of points. Most of the points were resolved through unforced errors, accounting for 63.7% of the total, primarily from forehand strokes in short rallies and backhand strokes in medium rallies. The most frequent hitting zones for point termination were near the non-volley zone (35.8%) and behind the baseline (38.6%). <b>Conclusions:</b> This study provides a deeper understanding of performance in women's pickleball, highlighting technical and tactical patterns that offer guidelines for optimizing strategies and techniques in the sport.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755447/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023601","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":"Acute Effects of Passive Stretching with and Without Vibration on Hip Range of Motion, Temperature, and Stiffness Parameters in Male Elite Athletes.","authors":"Daniel Jochum, Viola Vogel, Konstantin Warneke","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010017","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objectives</b>: Increasing exercise intensity and performance output with superimposed vibration gains interest, especially in high-performance training. However, the additional benefit of vibration in passive stretching exercises and its mechanisms remain unclarified. <b>Methods</b>: Passive stretching with (ST+V) and without (ST) vibration (20 Hz) was performed in male Olympic youth skiing athletes (<i>n</i> = 8, age: 17.9 ± 1.0 years) using a single-blinded randomized cross-over design. Acute hip abduction, hip anteversion, knee extension, and hamstrings (stand and reach straight leg raise) range of motion (ROM) were assessed using a digital goniometer, while stiffness was examined via MyotonPRO. The skin temperature of the whole leg was captured with infrared thermography and analyzed in different segments. <b>Results</b>: Both stretching interventions increased ROM compared to the control group (CG) (<i>p</i> < 0.001-0.033, d = 1.0-1.6) without differences between ST+V and ST (<i>p</i> = 0.202-0.999). While skin temperature decreased in the CG and ST, ST+V maintained a constant temperature in the lower legs. Stiffness was not affected by both stretching interventions. <b>Conclusions</b>: The stretching intervention leads to significant increases in flexibility, while additional vibration did not further enhance the ROM.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755640/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023677","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":"Lower Extremity Stretch-Shortening Cycle Performance in the Vertical and Horizontal Direction as Key Determinants of Success in Collegiate Male Taekwondo.","authors":"Chieh-Ying Chiang, Yi-Chien Chiang, Hsuan-Yu Lin, Hao-Che Tseng, Mu-Yen Chu, Jung-San Chang","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010015","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010015","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background/objectives: </strong>The underlying mechanisms of taekwondo-specific jumping ability among different competition levels are still unknown. This study aimed to compare vertical and horizontal stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) performance between athletes of different competitive levels and examine the relationships of force and power production abilities between those two directions in Taiwanese collegiate-level male taekwondo athletes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Seventeen male collegiate taekwondo athletes were divided into two groups: medalists (MG, n = 8) and non-medalists (NMG, n = 9); both groups performed countermovement jumps (CMJ) on a force platform and single-leg lateral hops (SLLHs) via an optoelectronic measurement system. Eccentric and concentric phase measures from CMJ and distant and temporal variables of SLLH were collected for further analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The MG achieved statistically superior jump height (JH), concentric peak velocity, eccentric peak force, force at 0 velocity, and eccentric displacement than NMG (<i>d</i> = 1.05-1.36). Although non-significant differences showed in SLLH variables, MG had better results than NMG (<i>d</i> = 0.40-0.84). Moderate relationships were identified between SLLH step 1 and JH, reactive strength index modified, peak concentric power, and peak concentric velocity of CMJ (<i>r</i> = 0.50-0.57, <i>p</i> < 0.05). Furthermore, step 2 ground contact time and lateral reactive strength index from SLLH were associated with CMJ peak eccentric force, peak concentric force, and force at 0 velocity (<i>r</i> = 0.53-0.59, <i>p</i> < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Taekwondo MG achieved superior CMJ and SLLH performance. In addition, jumping abilities in vertical and lateral directions shared specific underlying mechanisms in collegiate male taekwondo athletes.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755604/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023440","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}
Alain Massart, Ádrian Rocha, José Pedro Ferreira, Carmen Soares, Maria João Campos, Diogo Martinho
{"title":"Why Is the Association Between Mediterranean Diet and Physical Performance in Athletes Inconclusive? Implications for Future Studies.","authors":"Alain Massart, Ádrian Rocha, José Pedro Ferreira, Carmen Soares, Maria João Campos, Diogo Martinho","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010016","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010016","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: Athletes increasingly turn to nutrition and supplements to enhance performance, yet the evidence surrounding the efficacy of the Mediterranean diet (MD) remains inconclusive. This scoping review aims to evaluate identify gaps in the existing literature and provide implications for future research on the MD's potential to improve athletic performance across various demographics, sport types, and performance measures. <b>Methods</b>: We conducted a systematic search of peer-reviewed studies published across four databases (PubMed, Scopus, Scielo, and Google Scholar) using the following terms and their combinations: \"mediterranean diet\", \"performance\", \"athlete\", \"sport\". The search placed no restrictions on the experimental design or the time period of the publication and focused on athletes regardless of competitive level. We examined targeted studies about the MD's effects on key performance metrics, such as endurance, strength, and speed, while also evaluating possible confounding factors like dietary intake, body composition, and training status. We further aimed to identify gaps in the literature by investigating the consistency of dosing protocols, supplementation duration, and methodologies used. <b>Results</b>: The preliminary findings suggest that while some studies report benefits of the MD for recovery and endurance, only 40% show statistically significant improvements in performance outcomes, often with methodological limitations. The studies also lacked homogeneity in participant demographics, dosage, and performance assessments, hindering comparability. Our review highlights the need for future research that incorporates standardized dosing, homogeneous athlete populations, and controlled dietary conditions. <b>Conclusions</b>: This review provides a framework to guide further research and offers insights into the potential role of the MD in sports nutrition.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755438/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023644","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}
Luis Perotti, Oskar Stamm, Hannah Strohm, Jürgen Jenne, Marc Fournelle, Nils Lahmann, Ursula Müller-Werdan
{"title":"Learning Transversus Abdominis Activation in Older Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain Using an Ultrasound-Based Wearable: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study.","authors":"Luis Perotti, Oskar Stamm, Hannah Strohm, Jürgen Jenne, Marc Fournelle, Nils Lahmann, Ursula Müller-Werdan","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010014","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010014","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is prevalent among older adults and leads to significant functional limitations and reduced quality of life. Segmental stabilization exercises (SSEs) are commonly used to treat CLBP, but the selective activation of deep abdominal muscles during these exercises can be challenging for patients. To support muscle activation, physiotherapists use biofeedback methods such as palpation and ultrasound imaging. This randomized controlled pilot study aimed to compare the effectiveness of these two biofeedback techniques in older adults with CLBP. <b>Methods</b>: A total of 24 participants aged 65 years or older with CLBP were randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group performed self-palpation biofeedback, while the other group used real-time ultrasound imaging to visualize abdominal muscle activation. Muscle activation and thickness were continuously tracked using a semi-automated algorithm. The preferential activation ratio (PAR) was calculated to measure muscle activation, and statistical comparisons between groups were made using ANOVA. <b>Results</b>: Both groups achieved positive PAR values during all repetitions of the abdominal-draw-in maneuver (ADIM) and abdominal bracing (AB). Statistical analysis revealed no significant differences between the groups in terms of PAR during ADIM (<i>F</i>(2, 42) = 0.548, <i>p</i> = 0.58, partial <i>η</i><sup>2</sup> = 0.025) or AB (<i>F</i>(2, 36) = 0.812, <i>p</i> = 0.45, partial <i>η</i><sup>2</sup> = 0.043). Both groups reported high levels of exercise enjoyment and low task load. <b>Conclusions</b>: In conclusion, both palpation and ultrasound biofeedback appear to be effective for guiding older adults with CLBP during SSE. Larger studies are needed to confirm these results and examine the long-term effectiveness of these biofeedback methods.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755582/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143022964","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":"Special Issue \"Working Group in Sports Medicine\".","authors":"Giuseppe Musumeci","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010012","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010012","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Special Issue \"Working Group in Sports Medicine\" has been successfully concluded, offering significant contributions to the growing discourse on sports medicine as a dynamic and interdisciplinary field [...].</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755619/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023671","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}
Dimitra C Galanis, Ioannis Zafeiris, Fotini M Soukakou, Dimitra P Papagelopoulos, Panayiotis Gavriil, Ioannis G Trikoupis, Olga D Savvidou, Konstantinos Vlasis, Vasileios A Kontogeorgakos, Panayiotis J Papagelopoulos
{"title":"Physical Activity and Quality of Life After Distal Femur Tumor Resection and Limb Salvage.","authors":"Dimitra C Galanis, Ioannis Zafeiris, Fotini M Soukakou, Dimitra P Papagelopoulos, Panayiotis Gavriil, Ioannis G Trikoupis, Olga D Savvidou, Konstantinos Vlasis, Vasileios A Kontogeorgakos, Panayiotis J Papagelopoulos","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010013","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010013","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: Distal femur tumor resection with limb salvage is a demanding procedure that offers hope for patients by preserving the limb rather than opting for amputation. While limb salvage can improve both physical function and psychological well-being, there's limited knowledge on how active patients remain afterward and how their Quality of Life (QoL) is affected, especially regarding physical activities and sports. This study investigates the quality of life of the patients through the development of motor activity, focusing on both physical and sporting activity of the above-mentioned individuals and their physical abilities to participate in activities of daily and sporting life after surgery. <b>Methods</b>: This study involved 16 patients aged 19-47 years who had undergone surgical resection and replacement of the distal femur for the treatment of sarcoma and were selected by random sampling from a total of 72 patients who had undergone a similar procedure. To explore the topic in depth, the researchers followed the triangulation method. From July 2023 to February 2024, we used surveys and interviews to explore their physical activity (PA) levels, sports participation, and QoL. This study included the International Physical Activity (PA) Questionnaire (IPAQ), the University of California and Los Angeles (UCLA) Activity Score, and semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using the statistical software packages SPSS 25 and Excel. <b>Results</b>: Most participants reported moderate to high levels of PA, according to IPAQ, and continued engaging in sports, with swimming, walking, and stair climbing being the most common activities. No significant relationship was found between their PA levels and factors such as age, BMI, or the side of the affected limb. Interviews showed that patients' motivation and their surgeon's guidance played key roles in their return to regular activities, though many exercised less frequently or intensely than recommended. <b>Conclusions</b>: Patients who undergo limb salvage surgery following distal femur tumor removal generally maintain a good level of physical activity, which supports their QoL. Encouraging these patients to stay active and even engage in sports appears feasible, especially when guided by medical professionals. These findings highlight the potential benefits of tailored rehab programs to improve long-term health and QoL in sarcoma survivors, although larger studies are needed for more comprehensive insights.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755559/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023667","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}
Philippine Rigal, Salomé Bonnet, Ágata Vieira, Alice Carvalhais, Sofia Lopes
{"title":"Therapeutic Physical Exercise for Dysmenorrhea: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Philippine Rigal, Salomé Bonnet, Ágata Vieira, Alice Carvalhais, Sofia Lopes","doi":"10.3390/jfmk10010010","DOIUrl":"10.3390/jfmk10010010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Dysmenorrhea affects many women of reproductive age. Physical exercise has been used as an effective intervention for pain reduction and to improve well-being. Physiotherapy, involving movement and exercise, can be effective in relieving menstrual pain and provide additional benefits. The aim is to identify therapeutic physical exercise program and exercise protocols used to reduce pain among these women. <b>Methods:</b> A scoping review was conducted in accordance with Joanna Briggs Institute's methodology, using the PCC acronym. Articles were sourced from: PubMed, Cochrane Library, PEDro and ScienceDirect, covering studies published between 1 January 2013 and 30 April 2023, representing the period we considered most appropriate at the time the study was initiated. Qualitative studies, books, book chapters, systematic reviews, meta-analyses and review articles were excluded. Studies were analyzed according to the PRISMA-ScR framework. <b>Results:</b> 3325 studies were identified, but only 9 were included. Considerable variation was observed in the types and parameters of the exercise program across studies, including differences in duration, intensity, number of repetitions and series. <b>Conclusions:</b> The findings of this study highlight that aerobic training, particularly among women in their 20s, emerged as the most frequently utilized form of therapeutic physical exercise for alleviating menstrual pain in the studies reviewed. This suggests that aerobic exercise may hold significant promise as a non-pharmacological intervention for managing dysmenorrhea.</p>","PeriodicalId":16052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-12-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11755451/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143023674","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}