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{"title":"Do floating toes relate with the ability to perform the deep squat test among baseball players with throwing injury?","authors":"Hideaki Nagamoto, Rei Kimura, Eri Hata, Yoshiyasu Yamada, Nobuyuki Yamamoto, Toshimi Aizawa, Tsukasa Kumai","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2441352","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2441352","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Relationship between ability to perform the deep squat test (DST) and floating toes among baseball players with disabled throwing shoulder/elbow was retrospectively investigated. Players performed the DST by fully squatting while having their arms crossed in front of their chest without lifting the heel off the floor or falling backwards. Floating toes were evaluated if all the toes were in contact with the mat or not. The relationship between ability to perform the DST and prevalence of floating toes was statistically analysed. Sixty-three players (69.2%) were unable to perform the DST. Floating toes were observed in 74 players (81.3%). Players with inability to perform the DST had significantly higher prevalence of floating toes (58 players, 92.1%), compared with those who were able to perform the test (16 players, 57.1%) (<i>p</i> < 0.001). Floating toes may relate with inability to perform the DST among baseball players with disabled throwing shoulder/elbow.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142847534","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Hip and knee muscles co-activation ratio during hip-focused exercises: a multichannel surface electromyography study.","authors":"Hadi Akbari, Bahram Sheikhi","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2442742","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2442742","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to evaluate the muscle activation ratio of hip and knee during hip-focused exercises. Eleven active university students performed 13 hip-focused exercises frequently used in the treatment of knee disorders. The average sEMG amplitude of tensor fasciae latae (TFL), gluteus medius (GMed), gluteus maximus (GMax), adductor longus (AL), vastus medialis (VM), vastus lateralis (VL), and GMed/AL, GMax/AL, and VL/VM ratios were determined. Repeated-measures analyses of variance were performed to determine if there were differences in muscle activation while performing each of the 13 exercises. Sidelying clam-shell had the highest GMax/AL ratio of all the exercises examined. The hip hike exercise (5.36) had the highest GMed/AL ratio. The VL/VM ratio ranged from 0.77 to 1.16. Based on these results, sidelying clam-shell had the highest GMax/AL ratio. The hip hike exercise had a higher GMed/AL ratio compared to other hip-focused exercises. Additionally, forward lunge, squat, and single-leg squat with resistance band around the knee had the highest activity VL/VM ratio among exercises.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142839124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Epidemiology of injuries and illnesses among female cricketers in Bangladesh's first-class cricket: a retrospective analysis (2015-2021).","authors":"Farjana Akter Boby, Subrina Sultana Shara","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2440066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2440066","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This retrospective study aimed to examine the incidence, types, and patterns of injuries and illnesses among female cricketers in the first-class cricket of Bangladesh between 2015 and 2021. The study was conducted with 250 female cricket players aged 14-28 who had experienced injuries. Participants completed a structured questionnaire that gathered information on injury type, frequency, recurrence, treatment methods, and post-injury performance. Logistic regression analysis was employed to assess the relationship between injury risk and key variables, including playing position (batter, bowler, or fielder), weekly workload (hours spent in training/competition), and injury context (occurring during matches or practice). Descriptive statistics were used to summarize injury patterns and recovery outcomes, while odds ratios (OR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated to identify significant predictors of injury risk. Of the participants, 75.2% experienced new injuries, while 24.8% reported chronic injuries. The most common injury sites were the knee/leg (24%) and shoulder (20%). Recurrence was high, with 56% experiencing 5-6 injury recurrences, and 68% reported multiple injuries over their careers. Physiotherapy was the primary treatment, used by 52% of participants, and 76% of players returned to competition post-injury. However, only 8% regained their pre-injury performance levels. Logistic regression revealed that bowlers had a significantly higher injury risk (OR = 2.12, <i>p</i> = 0.055), while high workloads (21+ hours/week) were also associated with increased injury risk (OR = 1.42, <i>p</i> = 0.112), though not statistically significant. The findings highlight the prevalence of injuries in female cricket, particularly in bowlers and those with high workloads. Physiotherapy was effective in promoting recovery, but a significant portion of athletes did not regain their pre-injury performance levels. Comprehensive injury prevention programs, tailored rehabilitation, and ongoing education on injury management are essential to mitigate risks and enhance player recovery.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142819080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Return-to-play criteria following a hamstring injury in professional football: a scoping review.","authors":"Paolo Perna, Fearghal Kerin, Neil Greig, Marco Beato","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2439274","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2439274","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The present scoping review aims to describe the available criteria to determine Return-To-Play (RTP), propose methodological considerations and new research questions, and provide information to help practitioners in professional football make informed decisions regarding RTP following a hamstring strain injury (HSI) in professional male football. The following electronic databases were searched: PubMed, MEDLINE, web of science and SPORTDiscus using keywords related to HSI in elite football. All types of studies in English reporting at least one RTP criterion for professional football players who sustained an HSI were included. In total, 19 studies met the inclusion criteria. RTP criteria were divided into three categories: clinical, strength and performance criteria. Clinical criteria were also divided into sub-categories: absence of pain, hamstring flexibility, medical staff clearance, psychological readiness, surgeon's opinion and imaging. Practitioners working in professional male football could benefit from using a combination of criteria in their RTP battery of tests.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-20"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142819081","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Adding vibration and non-vibration foam rolling to routine soccer training alters muscle strength, flexibility, and dynamic balance in young male semi-professional soccer players: a randomized, controlled comparative study.","authors":"Erhan Secer, Derya Ozer Kaya","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2439271","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2439271","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to examine the effects of 6-week vibration (VFR) and non-vibration foam rolling (FR) on muscle strength, hamstrings-to-quadriceps (H:Q) ratio, flexibility, and dynamic balance in soccer players. Thirty-six players were included in the study. The players were randomly assigned to either VFR (n=12), FR (n=12), or control group (CG) (n=12). The players in VFR and FR groups performed VFR or FR thrice per week for 6 weeks. The CG did not receive any intervention. Pre- and post-test assessment included muscle strength, H:Q ratio, flexibility, and dynamic balance. Dominant extremity knee flexor and non-dominant extremity knee flexor and extensor muscle strength improved in VFR and FR groups (p<0.05). Flexibility and dynamic balance improved in VFR group (p<0.05). Both 6-week VFR and FR increased muscle strength without affecting H:Q ratio. VFR was more effective than FR for improving flexibility and dynamic balance. The results can be stunning for performance enhancement.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142802020","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Increased anterior pelvic tilt angle elevates the risk of hamstring injuries in soccer player.","authors":"Ahmet Bayrak, Süleyman Patlar","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2430662","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2430662","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aims to determine the impact of increased anterior pelvic tilt angle on hamstring muscle injuries in football players. An independent t-test was performed to compare right and left anterior pelvic tilt angles.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>The study was conducted by monitoring 76 different players from a professional club in the Premier Division of Professional Football League over a period of five years. During this time, the hamstring injuries sustained by the players and their severity were recorded using MRI imaging techniques.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>The comparison of the right and left anterior pelvic tilt angles among players was analysed using an independent t-test for independent groups. The Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis was used to determine the threshold value that categorizes the right and left angles. According to the results, a significant impact of the variation in right-left anterior pelvic tilt angle on hamstring muscle injuries was observed (<i>p</i> < 0.05). However, no significant effects were found for the Q angle, tibial torsion, or knee posture (<i>p</i> > 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In conclusion, it can be stated that an increase in the anterior pelvic tilt angle is associated with a higher frequency of hamstring injuries.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142681615","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"How are female rugby players affected by contact breast injuries and exercise-induced breast pain - an international survey.","authors":"K Bibby, T M Comyns, R Cahalan, H Purtill, I C Kenny","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2431824","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2431824","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Female Rugby Union players were affected by contact breast injuries (CBI) and exercise-induced breast pain (EIBP). Hundred and eighty-two female Rugby players from 25 different countries reported incurring a CBI or EIBP which affected sport performance. A higher percentage of 7s players (7s: 64.3%, 15s: 51.9%) reported at least one CBI over a 12-month period. EIBP frequency, during the same period, was notably low for 7s and 15s. Sprinting, jumping and running were the most frequent activities precipitating the severest EIBP. Being tackled or tackling most frequently caused a CBI. Respondents affected by either CBI (57.3%) or EIPB (51.3%) reported always playing-on during matches despite their pain or injury. Between 19.4% and 32.1% of the respondents did not have a CBI or EIBP prevention strategy. A paucity of player knowledge on prevention strategies was noted, indicating a need for education addressing breast pain and injury among players.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142681595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Illness, the overlooked research topic for time-loss in women's football - a scoping review.","authors":"Albert Wang, Bethany Koh, Alan McCall, Eva Ferrer, Ritan Mehta, Katrine Okholm Kryger","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2428603","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2428603","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The best medical care for female football athletes should be evidence-based, and patient- and context-specific. A 2019 scoping review identified key knowledge gaps relating to the health of female footballers. Since then, research in women's football has been intensifying. To aid in the direction of future research, this study aims to scope peer-reviewed, illness-related research in women's football. Five databases were searched in July 2023. In combination with identified studies from the 2019 review, 72 studies were included for data extraction of sample characteristics (age, playing level, geography), illness characteristics according to IOC guidance, and broader research themes. Results reveal an overall lack of quantity and variety in illnesses investigated, with a growing popularity in mental health research. Minimal female athlete-specific illnesses were identified. Future research must address urgent female-specific illness topics, and also consider where knowledge from adjacent populations might be safe to adapt into women's football.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142639668","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Change in interleukin (IL)-6, 8, and 10 and its association with an increase in core temperature following a 7-mile running race in the warm weather.","authors":"Yasuki Sekiguchi, Yuri Hosokawa, Ekow Dadzie, Virgilio Lopez, Joseph J Bivona, Staci N Thornton, John F Jardine, Douglas J Casa, Elaine C Lee","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2428602","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2428602","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The purposes of this study were 1) to investigate if cytokines were increased following a running road-race, and 2) to examine associations between cytokines and hyperthermia. Seventy-seven recreational runners participated in this study which occurred at the 7-mile race in the heat (ambient temperature, 25.0-26.7°C; %RH, 56.7-79.0 ± 5.0%). Before and following the race, blood draws were performed to measure circulating inflammatory cytokines. Core temperature was measured using an ingestible thermistor throughout the race. Core temperature was significantly higher at post-race (39.5 ± 0.7°C) than pre-race (36.9 ± 0.4°C, <i>p</i> < 0.001). IL-6, IL-8, and IL-10 significantly increased at post-race (IL-6, 48.0 ± 22.3 pg⋅ml^-1; IL-8, 63.8 ± 23.9 pg⋅ml^-1; IL-10, 29.2 ± 20.0 pg⋅ml^-1) compared to pre-race (IL-6, 28.4 ± 13.6 pg⋅ml^-1; IL-8, 53.2 ± 19.4 pg⋅ml^-1; IL-10, 18.6 ± 11.9 pg⋅ml^-1, <i>p</i> < 0.001). A greater increase in core temperature pre- to post-race was predicted by the faster finish time, a greater increase in IL-6, and greater body mass loss during the race (r² = 0.298, <i>p</i> < 0.001). Small associations were found between IL-8 and core temperature at post-race (<i>r</i> = 0.255, <i>p</i> = 0.025). In conclusion, cytokines concentrations and core temperature increased following the race. Moreover, post-race hyperthermia is associated with increased IL-6, faster finish times, and higher body mass losses.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142627110","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Using complex systems to understand running-related injuries.","authors":"Mabliny Thuany, Douglas Vieira, Carel Viljoen, Katja Weiss, Beat Knechtle, Thayse Natacha Gomes","doi":"10.1080/15438627.2024.2428597","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2024.2428597","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aims to investigate anthropometric and training characteristics associated with injuries in runners using a complex approach. We conducted a cross-sectional study with 97 Brazilian runners of both sexes (age: 39.1 ± 11.5 years; body mass index: 24.2 ± 4.2 kg/m²). A web survey was used for data collection, including age, sex, body weight, body height, training volume/frequency, session duration, running pace and injury information (yes or no; the number of injuries). The partial correlation parameter was used for network estimation, considering both sexes. For women, injury occurrence was positively and strongly associated with training frequency (<i>r</i> = 0.57) and the number of competitions (<i>r</i> = 0.64), while for men, a negative and strong association was found with age (<i>r</i>=-0.69), and positive associations were observed with BMI (<i>r</i> = 0.89) and training volume (<i>r</i> = 0.82). Network centrality showed that training session duration and the number of competitions/year presented a higher expected influence value for women (-1.47) and men (-1.31). Using a non-linear approach with Brazilian non-professional runners, training characteristics had a stronger influence on running-related injuries.</p>","PeriodicalId":20958,"journal":{"name":"Research in Sports Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142627111","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}