Comparing the electrical activity of the dominant and non-dominant ankle muscles of young basketball players in the jump test
Poster Presentation
Paper ID : 1576-SSRC
Authors
1دانشجوی کارشناسی ارشد حرکات اصلاحی گروه علوم ورزشی دانشگاه شهرکرد
2Sport Biomechanics
3بیومکانیک ورزشی، آسیب شناسی ورزشی، ارگونومی
Abstract
Background and Aims: Basketball stands as one of the world's most beloved sports. it underscores the importance of both enjoying the sport and prioritizing players' well-being through proper training and safety measures. From professional leagues to amateur, its global popularity is undeniable and the intense physical nature of basketball comes with injury risk factor, While the percentage of injuries may vary. Ankle injuries are prevalent in basketball, often involving twists, sprains, or even fractures. Ankle injuries, prevalent in the sport, exhibit a higher incidence on the non-dominant side than dominant. This could be attributed to players subconsciously relying more on their non-dominant foot for stability, leading to adaptive strength development. The necessary of this Acknowledging, coaches and players can implement targeted exercises to enhance both ankles' strength, fostering a comprehensive approach to injury prevention and overall player well-being in the dynamic world of basketball. Therefore, in this study the differences of electrical activity of muscles in dominant and non-dominant foot is assessed.
Methods: This research is descriptive and 75 uninjured male basketball players were used. Electromyography (EMG) was employed as a key investigative tool to conduct the jumping test, a standardized 30 cm altitude box for assessing the physical activity of ankle muscles in dominant and non-dominant leg.
Results: Using the independent t-test with a significance level of (0≤0/05) it was shown that in the 30 cm jump test, the muscles of the non-dominant leg of basketball players have less electrical activity than their dominant leg, and as a result, the non-dominant leg is stronger.
Conclusion: Due to the nature of the sport of basketball, basketball players have a stronger non-dominant leg than the dominant leg, and on the other hand, it has been shown that the probability of ankle injury is higher in the non-dominant leg. In order to improve the performance and enjoyment of basketball, it is important to have a training program to prevent injuries
Methods: This research is descriptive and 75 uninjured male basketball players were used. Electromyography (EMG) was employed as a key investigative tool to conduct the jumping test, a standardized 30 cm altitude box for assessing the physical activity of ankle muscles in dominant and non-dominant leg.
Results: Using the independent t-test with a significance level of (0≤0/05) it was shown that in the 30 cm jump test, the muscles of the non-dominant leg of basketball players have less electrical activity than their dominant leg, and as a result, the non-dominant leg is stronger.
Conclusion: Due to the nature of the sport of basketball, basketball players have a stronger non-dominant leg than the dominant leg, and on the other hand, it has been shown that the probability of ankle injury is higher in the non-dominant leg. In order to improve the performance and enjoyment of basketball, it is important to have a training program to prevent injuries
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