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The retest reliability of the most common tests used to assess key physical and physiological characteristics in male, adolescent rugby league players
Introduction: Periodic testing is essential to evaluate changes in key physical and physiological characteristics in response to development strategies employed with adolescent rugby league players; however, the retest reliability of scientifically popular tests to assess these characteristics are yet to be comprehensively examined in this population. Reliability analyses of this nature are essential for practitioners to understand the inherent error in test outcomes when assessing changes, which is essential to appropriately monitor and inform long-term player development. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Carron, A. Scanlan, T. Doering Tags: O2023SMA-212 Source Type: research

Anthropometric and physical qualities of semi-professional rugby league players
Introduction: Rugby league is a contact sport played at amateur, semi-professional and professional levels. The typical game includes intense bouts of running, tackling, and short periods of recovery. Previous work has developed physiological and anthropometric profiles of professional rugby league players but to date there is sparse data on semi-professional players. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Plumb Tags: O2023SMA-261 Source Type: research

The immediate effects of isometric knee extensor strengthening on knee extensor force control
In this study, we investigated the immediate effects of isometric strength training compared to no training on knee extensor force control in healthy adults. We hypothesised that strength training would lead to a greater improvement in force control compared to no training. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: C. Daly, E. Fletcher, P. Vallance, A. Garofolini, R. Clark, D. Kidgell, L. Perraton Tags: O2023SMA-254 Source Type: research

Breast injuries and breast protection and breast pain and breast support in community-based female rugby union athletes
Introduction: The prevalence of breast injuries and breast pain in elite female football-codes athletes are 58% and 48%, respectively and are perceived to negatively affect athletic performance. Only a minority wear breast-protective garments as a breast injury prevention strategy, and over 50% wear ill-fitting sports bras with insufficient breast support. This is despite strong evidence that correctly fitted, high-support sports bras effectively alleviate breast pain. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: R. Dang, S. Stay, D. McGhee Tags: O2023SMA-225 Source Type: research

Incidence, characteristics and cost of head, neck and dental injuries in non-professional football using 3 years of sports injury insurance data
Introduction: Football is a popular sport which involves risk of injury to the head and neck, which can have serious and long-lasting consequences. This descriptive epidemiological study aimed to quantify the incidence, characteristics and costs of head, neck and dental injuries in non-professional football players in Australia. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Hansen, A. Ross, T. Meyer, C. Knold, I. Meyers, K. Peek Tags: O2023SMA-197 Source Type: research

The incidence of heat-related sports and leisure injuries in Victoria
Introduction: Of the twelve hottest years on record, eleven have been recorded in this century alone. Hence, for the Australian sports community, these climatic changes pose new risks from exposure to extreme heat. Current epidemiological studies both in Australia and the United States have not investigated the links between environmental conditions and rising incidence rates. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Gonsalves, D. Twomey, B. O'Brien Tags: O2023SMA-299 Source Type: research

Oral digoxin effects on Lac- regulation during intense intermittent exercise using small and large contracting muscle mass in healthy humans
Introduction: Introduction: The cardiac glycoside, digoxin, is a specific Na+,K+-ATPase (NKA) inhibitor used to treat patients with severe heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Digoxin inhibits myocardial NKA causing increased cardiac contractility, but also specifically binds to, and inhibits a fraction of NKA in skeletal muscle. Skeletal muscle NKA preferentially utilises ATP derived from glycogenolytic and glycolytic origins, therefore the aim of this study was to determine whether digoxin effects on muscle NKA would reduce systemic lactate [Lac-] with intense exercise and exacerbate fatigue in healthy humans. (Source:...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: S. Sostaric, A. Petersen, C. Goodman, X. Gong, T. Aw, M. Brown, A. Garnham, C. Steward, K. Murphy, K. Carey, J. Leppik, S. Fraser, D. Cameron-Smith, H. Krum, R. Snow, M. McKenna Tags: O2023SMA-284 Source Type: research

Prevalence, perspectives, and management strategies of running-related injury among recreational runners
Introduction: Running-related injury is a key barrier to recreational running. Despite substantial investigation, the risk factors for, and management strategies of, running-related injury among recreational runners remain poorly understood. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: B. Peterson, M. Spink, F. Hawke, A. Searle, R. Callister, J. Pritchard, V. Chuter Tags: O2023SMA-281 Source Type: research

Calf muscle strength-endurance in female and male Western Australian Football players: Clinical standardisation during the Single Leg Heel Raise test matters
Introduction: The single leg heel raise (SLHR) test has been used for decades to quantify calf muscle strength-endurance in healthy and clinical populations, as well as elite athletes. Notwithstanding widespread clinical implementation, methods used to conduct the SLHR vary and patient performance is inconsistent. Practitioners may standardise test parameters as a clinical measure to obtain a more accurate representation of capacity. Standardisation is especially important when aiming to prevent conditions that could be associated with reduced strength-endurance, such as calf muscle strain injuries (CMSI). (Source: Journal...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: B. Green, M. Murphy, M. Coventry, T. Pizzari, E. Rio Tags: O2023SMA-274 Source Type: research

Feasibility, tolerability, and preliminary effectiveness of a concurrent cognitive and physical training intervention in young healthy adults
This study employed an individualised, adaptive concurrent training intervention in young healthy adults, here we discuss preliminary effectiveness, feasibility, and tolerability. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: K. Martin, A. Scott, K. McDicken, J. Northey, B. Rattray, A. Lampit, P. Temby, A. Fogarty Tags: O2023SMA-243 Source Type: research

Beneficial and harmful effects of physical activity and sedentary behaviour on care-seeking for low back pain: the AUTBACK study
Introduction: Clinical guidelines typically recommend physical activity as first-line treatment for low back pain (LBP). However, guidelines are not clear regarding the specific amounts and domains of physical activity or sedentary behaviour which should be recommended for people with LBP. As greater utilisation of care for LBP may indicate poorer recovery for the condition (i.e., higher disability and pain levels), and physical activity and sedentary behaviour are both modifiable lifestyle factors, unravelling the relationship between these lifestyle factors and the utilisation of care for LBP may be useful for guiding cl...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: E. Ho, M. Ferreira, A. Bauman, A. Carvalho-e-silva, M. Pinheiro, M. H übscher, L. Calais-Ferreira, M. Simic, P. Ferreira Tags: O2023SMA-201 Source Type: research

Effect of run duration on the reliability of local dynamic stability in healthy young athletes
Introduction: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and subsequently ACL reconstruction (ACLR) are common among athletes. However, approximately one in four young athletes suffer re-injury following rehabilitation and return-to-sport (RTS), indicating that the current methods used to assess RTS readiness might be insufficient. Therefore, there is a need for alternative assessments to monitor rehabilitation status. Local dynamic stability (LDS) of walking is an assessment that has been used to differentiate between healthy and injured populations, highlighting its potential as an indicator of healthy gait. (Source: Journa...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: A. Kennerley, M. Dunn, J. Wheat, K. Webster, K. Middleton Tags: O2023SMA-218 Source Type: research

Unilateral tests of explosive hip extension and horizontal force production: reliability and associations with sprinting performance
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Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: S. Ryan, W. Ju, P. Tofari, S. Hulm, J. Hickey Tags: O2023SMA-171 Source Type: research

The Impact of Dietary Factors on the Sleep of Athletically Trained Populations: A Systematic Review
Introduction: Many athletically trained populations report poor sleep, especially during intensive training and competition periods. Recently, diet has been shown to significantly affect sleep in general populations, however, little is known about the impact diet has on the sleep of athletically trained populations. With sleep critical for optimal recovery and sports performance, this systematic review aimed to evaluate the evidence investigating the effect of dietary factors on the sleep of athletically trained populations. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: J. Barnard, S. Roberts, M. Lastella, B. Aisbett, D. Condo Tags: O2023SMA-199 Source Type: research

Is hip joint range of motion associated with bony morphology in elite male Australian Football League draftees?
Introduction: Cam and/or pincer morphology has been proposed to play a key role in the development of hip-related pain and early hip OA in football players. There is currently no clinical measure to predict cam or pincer morphology, making identification of bony morphology reliant on imaging. Being able to identify bony morphology through clinical testing could reduce the need for imaging in young athletes and enable early detection which may prevent these players from developing symptoms. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between hip joint range of motion (ROM) and bony morphology (cam and pincer m...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: R. McMillan, J. Kemp, A. Rotstein, S. Su, J. Li, J. Roebert, M. Scholes, M. Girdwood, B. Mentiplay, M. Makdissi, A. Shawdon, K. Crossley, J. Heerey Tags: O2023SMA-191 Source Type: research