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Sport related shoulder injury
August 21, 2024
Shoulder injuries are common across sports and require tailored return-to-play plans after injury. A recent study highlights the challenges of shoulder injuries, providing insights on preventing injuries, rehab practices, and guiding athletes back to play safely. From risk factors to return-to-play decisions, it offers support for managing shoulder injuries in athletes.
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Exercise training for youth tennis athletes
August 19, 2024
For optimal athletic performance, it is important not to neglect overall fitness. This study found that exercise training improves the physical fitness of young tennis players, particularly in speed and agility.
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Kinesio Taping for chronic ankle instability
August 19, 2024
Ankle injuries are common among athletes, with recurrent sprains potentially leading to chronic ankle instability (CAI). Kinesio Taping, a type of therapeutic taping, has shown to provide moderate stabilization for athletes with CAI.
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Breaking the taboo about menstrual cycles in sport
August 13, 2024
Competitive female athletes perceive their hormonal cycles as affecting their sport involvement, but rarely discuss these issues with their coaches. A study of Swedish cross-country skiers showed that low levels of knowledge about hormonal cycles are a barrier to communication. Strategies to increase knowledge and strengthen coach-athlete relationships can help to break down barriers for...
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Training load and sport performance
August 12, 2024
Training load monitoring is crucial in sports for boosting performance and managing injury risk. This study highlights that while the data from these monitors are complex, they are vital for making informed decisions and improving both player performance and overall team success.
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Muscle cramps and damage in marathon runners
August 12, 2024
Muscle cramps are a common issue in marathons, often affecting runners’ performance. This study compared muscle damage and dehydration between marathoners with and without exercise-associated muscle cramps (EAMC). Runners with EAMC had higher levels of muscle damage markers but similar dehydration and electrolyte levels compared to those without cramps.
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Overview of injuries in soccer
August 7, 2024
Soccer, one of the most popular sports in the world, comes with various risks of injury. This study highlights sport-specific injury information, injury prevention, and challenges with implementation.
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The power of physical activity for health
August 2, 2024
Beyond solely targeting weight loss, engaging in physical activity can yield significant benefits for obesity management in individuals, prioritizing overall health rather than focusing only on weight loss. Recent research delves into these advantages, underscoring the importance of collaboration between healthcare providers and activity specialists to effectively communicate this message.
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Vitamin D comparison between indoor and outdoor athletes
August 1, 2024
Vitamin D is crucial for health as it impacts bone health and immune function. Indoor elite athletes have been shown to have lower vitamin D levels compared to outdoor athletes, with nearly all indoor athletes being deficient in the vitamin.
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Effects of high intensity interval training
August 1, 2024
High intensity interval training, also known as HIIT, is a widely used form of training to improve cardiac performance. Research shows that a 5-week HIIT program improved aerobic capacity and sport-specific skills for athletes.
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