Characterization of Injuries in Male and Female Ultimate Frisbee Players at the Elite Club-Level by Kevin J Khoo, Joshua M Gellert, Mia S Hagen

“…Further research into this topic is needed to help reduce injury in these athletes. # Levels of Evidence Level 3.…”
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Does the 2D Frontal Plane Projection Angle Predict Frontal Plane Knee Moments during Stepping, Landing, and Change of Direction Tasks? by Rachel K Straub, Christopher M Powers

“… # Methods Three-dimensional lower-extremity kinetics and 2D video were obtained from 39 healthy athletes (15 males and 24 females) during execution of six tasks (step down, drop jump, lateral shuffle, deceleration, triple hop, side-step-cut). …”
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Translation, cultural adaptation and validation of the Achilles Tendon Total Rupture Score (ATRS) into Spanish: a study protocol by Armando Calleja-Rodríguez, Beatriz Ruiz-Ruiz, Ángel González-de-la-Flor, María García Arrabé

“…The study’s findings will be distributed to athletes, physicians and academics via peer-reviewed publications and national/international conferences.…”
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Exerkines and Sarcopenia: Unveiling the Mechanism Behind Exercise-Induced Mitochondrial Homeostasis by Jiayin Wang, Dandan Jia, Zhiwang Zhang, Dan Wang

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Different frequencies to estimate bone mineral content from raw bioelectrical impedance data in adolescent soccer players: a critical analysis by Marcus Vinicius de Oliveira Cattem, Josely Correa Koury

“…The calculated phase angle (PhA) was significantly higher in the highest BMC quartile for 5, 50, and 500 kHz in both upper and lower limbs (p < 0.05).ConclusionThese findings indicate that MF-BIA could be a supplementary tool for studying BMC in adolescent athletes. However, its utility is constrained by prediction and interpretation errors, emphasizing the importance of careful frequency selection.…”
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Androgenic Anabolic Steroids Cause Thiol Imbalance in the Vascular Endothelial Cells by Halszka Ponamarczuk, Maria Światkowska, Marcin Popielarski

“…Conclusions: These changes may be related to a thiol-disulfide imbalance and vascular endothelium dysfunction, that are often correlated with abnormal platelet aggregation, inflammation, increased vascular permeability, and vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation—all of which are observed in athletes who abuse AASs.…”
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A meta-analysis of the effectiveness and side effects of hip arthroscopy and open surgical dislocation in the management of femoroacetabular impingement by Chenlie Ni, Haiqing Lin, Haibo Yin

“…Abstract Background The influence of femoroacetabular (FA) impingement has been implied in early hip osteoarthritis, particularly in young patients who enjoy athletics. The purpose of this meta-analysis is to assess the effectiveness and safety of hip arthroscopy compared to open surgical dislocation for the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), based on clinical trials that have been published. …”
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The temporal structure of multiple visuomotor processes in baseball batting: insights from a virtual reality system by Naoki Saijo, Takehiro Fukuda, Makio Kashino

“…Furthermore, the results highlight the potential of VR training systems as powerful tools for elucidating the intricate mechanisms underlying athletic skills.…”
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Lower Extremity Kinematic Waveform Analysis During a Single Leg Drop Task – Including a Single Subject Design by Nickolai JP Martonick, Youngmin Chun, Lukas Krumpl, Joshua P Bailey

“… # HYPOTHESIS/PURPOSE The purpose of the present study was to examine the single leg drop landing (SLD) kinematic waveforms of female recreational athletes for the pelvis, hip, and knee using statistical parametric mapping (SPM). …”
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Periscapular Strength Profile Changes in Collegiate Baseball Pitchers Over the Course of a Season by Patrick S Pabian, Victoria Roach, Roselin Howard, Lauren Johnston, Ryan McGuire

“…# Background Repetitive application of high forces to the shoulder and scapular musculature during the pitching motion over the course of a collegiate baseball season may lead to changes in strength and increased fatigue, potentially predisposing pitching athletes to injury. The purpose of this study was to investigate periscapular strength profiles of Division I collegiate baseball players over the course of a season…”
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Physical Activity Participation Levels and Contribution to the Wellbeing of Students of Ndorwa Secondary School in Kabale Municipality. by Mabuye, Safi

“…The study findings revealed that football 80(87%), Netball 50(54%), volleyball 75(82%), basketball 20(22%), and athletics 20(22%) as the Physical Activities students participate in Ndorwa Secondary School. …”
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Reliability of an Inertial Measurement System Applied to the Technical Assessment of Forehand and Serve in Amateur Tennis Players by Lucio Caprioli, Cristian Romagnoli, Francesca Campoli, Saeid Edriss, Elvira Padua, Vincenzo Bonaiuto, Giuseppe Annino

“…On the other hand, a quick and accurate assessment can provide immediate feedback to players and contribute to technical development, particularly in less experienced athletes. This study aims to validate the use of a single inertial measurement system to assess some relevant technical parameters of amateur players. …”
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Habits Related to Strength Training of Brazilian Recreational Runners by Wagner K. A. Santos, Lucas D. M. Forte, Alexandre S. Silva, Hallisson V. de O. Rufino, Lucas de F. Vieira, João M. F. Lima Silva, Mabliny Thuany, Reginaldo Gonçalves, Ytalo M. Soares

“…Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the presence of ST in the training practices of recreational runners, with a focus on understanding its characteristics and the motivations of recreational athletes for including ST in their routines. To this end, 801 recreational runners (493 male and 308 female) completed a structured questionnaire regarding their training habits, the inclusion of ST, and its characteristics, concerning the type of ST, training volume, and the reasons for including ST in their training programs. …”
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Gluteal Muscle Activation During Common Yoga Poses by B.J. Lehecka, Sydney Stoffregen, Adam May, Jacob Thomas, Austin Mettling, Josh Hoover, Rex Hafenstine, Nils A Hakansson

“…Although clinicians and athletes often use yoga as a form of strength training, little is known about the activation of specific muscle groups during yoga poses, including the gluteus maximus and medius…”
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Analysis of Calcaneal Bone Mineral Density (cBMD) in Healthy College Students by Jason E. Bennett, Tricia M. Austin, Ann M. Hayes, Mark F. Reinking

“… # Hypothesis/Purpose The purposes of this study were to: 1) examine the influence of physical activity on cBMD in healthy college students (HCS), 2) determine if there is an association between cBMD, body mass index (BMI), sex, menstrual history, and history of BSI in HCS, and 3) compare the cBMD of HCS to cBMD data collected on intercollegiate athletes (ICA) from a previous study. # Study Design Cross-sectional design # Methods This cross-sectional study recruited a convenience sample of HCS at one institution. …”
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The impact of smartphone addiction on exercise patterns: a systematic review by Siti Kotijah, Ah Yusuf, Rizki Fitryasari P K, Ronal Surya Aditya, Binarti Dwi Wahyuni, Reem Iafi AlMutairi, Fitriana Kurniasari Solikhah, Muhammad Putra Ramadhan

“…These findings were consistent across students, athletes, and adolescents. Conclusion: Targeted interventions are needed to mitigate smartphone addiction's adverse effects on mental and physical health. …”
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Endoscopic Proximal Hamstring Repair Using a Modified Whipstitch: A Technical Note by Eric J. Cotter MD, Omair Kazi MS, Michael J. Vogel BS, Shane J. Nho MD, MS

“…Background: Tearing of the proximal hamstring tendon is a common injury in athletes for which surgical repair is being increasingly utilized. …”
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Reliability and Differences Between Sexes in Landing Mechanics when Performing the Lateral Bound Test by Andy Waldhelm, Sydney Allen, Lacy Grand, Carolyn Bopp, Kristian Foster, Ginger Muckridge, Neil Schwarz

“…# Background and Purpose Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are prevalent among the athletic population, imposing a heavy economic burden, and the risk of re-injury. …”
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Barriers and Facilitators of Research in Pediatric Sports Medicine Practitioners: A Survey of the PRiSM Society by Dai Sugimoto, Michael Del Bel, Lauren Butler

“…# Background Barriers and facilitators to research in sports medicine (SM) by physicians and allied health (AH) professions such as physical therapists and athletic trainers are understudied. The purpose of this research was to examine and compare research barriers, facilitators, and other research related facets including interests, comfort, knowledge, and resources among SM physicians and AH practitioners…”
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Cardiovascular Disease Detection through Innovative Imbalanced Learning and AUC Optimization by Karthikeyan Palanisamy, Krishnaveni Krishnasamy, Praba Venkadasamy

“…The performance of this model was rigorously evaluated using comprehensive data from a medical survey conducted in 2012, which included an extensive cohort of 26,002 athletes. Critical parameters such as height, weight, age, gender, blood pressure, and resting heart rate were meticulously documented. …”
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