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The relationship between lateral hip muscle morphology and hip-related quality of life in active young adults with hip/groin pain
Introduction: Hip/groin pain is a chronic condition that can impact daily life and sports participation. Identifying modifiable factors to help manage symptoms and improve outcomes is crucial. Recent research suggests that lateral hip muscle morphology (size and quality) can impact on optimal hip function and pain presentation. However, the association between hip muscle morphology and hip-related quality of life (QoL) in active young adults with hip/groin pain is unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the size and level of fatty infiltrate of lateral hip muscles with hip-related QoL meas...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Z. Perraton, A. Mosler, P. Lawrenson, K. Weber, J. Elliot, J. Kemp, K. Crossley, C. Stewart, A. Semciw Tags: O2023SMA-292 Source Type: research

“You never stop adjusting’: understanding player experiences of rugby-related spinal cord injury in Australia and opportunities to improve support
Introduction: Participation in sport provides many social, emotional and physical benefits, despite an inherent risk of injury. While many injuries are simply considered part of playing sport, those which result in death or permanent and disabling injuries are less acceptable. Rugby union is associated with a permanent spinal cord injury incidence rate of around 1 to 1.6 per 100,000 players. While this may seem low, these injuries hold very serious consequences for those players. Primary prevention of SCI in rugby remains a priority, however studies into the long-term outcomes for injured players are lacking. (Source: Jour...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: N. Merrick, M. Badenhorst, A. Morgan, L. Fortington Tags: O2023SMA-286 Source Type: research

Evaluation of an injury prevention program (Prep-to-Play) in 2713 women and girls playing community Australian Football: a hybrid implementation-effectiveness, stepped-wedge cluster randomised controlled trial
Introduction: Prep-to-Play, an injury prevention program for community women ’s football, was co-designed with the Australian Football League, adapted from effective programs in women’s soccer. Prep-to-Play online resources were distributed to all coaches in 2019, but coaches reported low confidence and limited support to use it. We aimed to compare Prep-to-Play use and injury rates between unsupported (online resources) and supported implementation in women’s community Australian Football. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: B. Patterson, S. Cowan, M. King, A. Donaldson, M. Haberfield, N. White, A. Mosler, A. Bruder, S. McPhail, C. Barton, A. Culvenor, M. Hagglund, N. Lannin, I. Ackerman, M. Dowsey, K. Hemming, M. Makdissi, J. Choong, N. Livingstone, K. Crossley Tags: O2023SMA-273 Source Type: research

Using expert opinion to identify athlete characteristics associated with able-bodied podium success in speed/power-based track and field events.
Introduction: To date, there is no clear objective or holistic data that can identify able-bodied track and field (T&F) athletes with the greatest potential for podium success at benchmark events (BME). Historically the assessment of athletic ability has been unidimensional, with a focus on physical or biological capabilities only. However, given the multidimensional nature of sporting success, an integrated approach that considers the biological, psychological and social domains may provide unique insights that better inform predictors of success. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: K. Turner, P. Kremer, T. Elvish, E. Millett, J. Bonacci, D. Trowell, C. Pickering, N. Saunders Tags: O2023SMA-267 Source Type: research

League-FIT: A gender-sensitised weight loss program for men using rugby league
Introduction: In 2018, two thirds of Australian adults were overweight or obese, increasing the risk Type II diabetes. Sports clubs provide a powerful and comfortable gender-sensitised environment to engage men for health promotion. In Queensland, rugby league is the number one spectated sport and predominately attended by men. There is robust evidence for the effectiveness of weight loss programs in men for soccer (Football Fans in Training [FFIT]). However, evidence for the popular Australian sport of Rugby League, has yet to be examined for weight loss programs in men. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: T. Pavey, L. Wharton, C. Gray, K. Hunt, R. Polman Tags: O2023SMA-258 Source Type: research

Use of Post-Exercise Recovery Strategies in Team and Individual Sports
Introduction: Previous work has explored post-exercise recovery in team sports in north Queensland and highlighted a lack of knowledge around the physical affects the recovery strategies have on the body and indicated coach and athlete education is paramount moving forward. The current project aimed to expand on this work and survey both team and individual sports in far north Queensland. (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-253 Source Type: research

What injuries are sustained by junior community-level football players? surveillance of an Australian junior football league.
Introduction: Injury surveillance in community-level football is challenging due to resource limitations and diverse organisational and operational structures. These challenges are particularly apparent in junior leagues, which often rely on parents and volunteers to provide player injury triage. We aimed to record the characteristics of injuries that occurred during games in a metropolitan-based junior football league in the 2022 season. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: I. Franke, K. Crossley, A. Mosler, B. Patterson, P. Clifton, M. King Tags: O2023SMA-242 Source Type: research

Mind the Gap: Bridging the Evidence-Practice Gap on Swimming Injury Risk Factors – Part B
This study aims to unveil the evidence-practice gap concerning shoulder injury risk factors in competitive swimmers by juxtaposing scientific literature (systematic review) with expert practitioner opinions (concept mapping). (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: A. McKenzie, S. Duhig, A. Hams, J. Headrick, A. Donaldson, J. Coyne, R. Dann Tags: O2023SMA-239 Source Type: research

Acute Performance, Physiological and Perceptual Responses to Repeated-Sprint Exercise with Continuous or Intermittent Blood Flow Restriction
Introduction: Team sport athletes commonly perform repeated short-duration sprints ( ≤10 s) interspersed by brief recovery periods (≤60 s). Repeated-sprint training augments physiological determinants of repeated-sprint ability which are further improved with systemic hypoxia (i.e., reduced fraction of inspired oxygen). Blood flow restriction (BFR) is an alternative hypoxic stra tegy utilizing inflatable cuffs on the legs that limit arterial inflow of blood and mostly occlude venous return. Cuffs can be applied continuously (i.e., C-BFR), or intermittently during only work (i.e., I-BFRWORK) or intra-set rest periods (i...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: J. Mckee, O. Girard, J. Peiffer, B. Scott Tags: O2023SMA-217 Source Type: research

The fate of the shoulder post-rotator cuff repair: biomechanical properties of the supraspinatus tendon and surrounding structures
This study aimed to describe the temporal changes in shear wave stiffness of the supraspinatus tendon, deltoid muscle and humeral head up to 12-months post-repair. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: H. Solari, L. Hackett, P. Lam, G. Murrell Tags: O2023SMA-216 Source Type: research

The associations between physical activity, sleep and sedentary behaviour, with mortality and health outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Introduction: Physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep are interrelated and may have a synergistic impact on health. This systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies aimed to evaluate the combined influence of different combinations of these behaviours on mortality risk and incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), cancer, diabetes, and mental health. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Duncan, L. Murphy, S. Oftedal, M. Fenwick, G. Vincent, S. Fenton Tags: O2023SMA-290 Source Type: research

Does physiotherapist-led treatment for FAI syndrome alter running biomechanics? A randomised controlled trial of two 6-month treatment programs
Introduction: Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) syndrome is a motion-related condition associated with impaired physical function and reduced physical activity. Returning to sport and other physical activities (e.g., running) is important to active adults undertaking treatment for FAI syndrome. Biomechanical impairments exist in these individuals, yet it is unknown if physiotherapist-led treatments can alter biomechanics. This randomised controlled trial (RCT) aimed to compare running biomechanics changes over six months in individuals undertaking a targeted strengthening or standardised stretching program for FAI syndrom...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Scholes, B. Mentiplay, M. King, D. De Oliveira Silva, K. Crossley, A. Schache, M. Pazzinatto, A. Smith, S. Coburn, R. Johnston, D. Jones, J. Kemp Tags: O2023SMA-272 Source Type: research

Representation of Female Participants in the Field of Exercise Induced Gastrointestinal Damage: An Audit of Current Literature
Introduction: Literature in the field of exercise induced gastrointestinal damage (EIGD) has more than doubled in the last five years and multiple review papers have been published on the aetiology and pathophysiology of exercise induced gastrointestinal perturbations. While some reviews highlight sex as an intrinsic influencing factor this is not discussed further in the reviews, nor are potential sex differences considered in current recommendations and guidelines related to EIGD. This in part may be due to a lack of female data that can inform recommendations. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: K. Edwards, C. Kitic, G. Watson, K. Ahuja Tags: O2023SMA-266 Source Type: research

Do male and female netball players' feet differ in shape? Implications for shoe design
Introduction: Despite the increasing professionalisation and popularity of men's netball, there is a limited choice of netball-specific footwear commercially available for men. Of concern, nearly 30% of male netball players report wearing female netball-specific shoes, and 70% wear shoes not designed for the sport. It is, therefore, unsurprising that 80% of male netball players have reported experiencing foot-related problems and pain during their last netball season. Developing netball-specific footwear for male netball players based on the foot dimensions of men is necessary to ensure proper shoe fit and to prevent foot-...
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: M. Kirk, J. Steele, J. Mattock, C. Coltman Tags: O2023SMA-259 Source Type: research

Exercise reduces liver fat and improves surrogate measures of liver fibrosis in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Pooled analysis from randomised controlled trials
Introduction: Liver fibrosis is the key prognostic indicator for adverse outcomes in people living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Exercise training reduces liver fat and cardiovascular risk. While benefits appear independent of weight loss, the independent effects of exercise on liver fibrosis remains unknown. Evidence for the benefits of exercise on liver fibrosis is limited by small sample sizes due to recruitment barriers relating to serial liver biopsy. (Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport)
Source: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport - October 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: S. Keating, D. Cuthbertson, C. Pugh, J. Stine Tags: O2023SMA-228 Source Type: research