Sports Physical Therapy Research Articles

Sport-Specific Amcamp: New Modular Tools For Measuring Adolescent Self-Confidence in Sport-Specific Movement

Background:Despite increasing interest throughout sports rehabilitation in psychological factors that affect outcome such as the impact of self-efficacy on readiness to return to play, few clinical tools are available to assess a patient’s self-confidence in performing sports-specific movement patterns in the pediatric/adolescent population prior to return to sport.Hypothesis/Purpose:The purpose of this study was to develop and validate sports-specific modules to supplement a general measure of movement self-efficacy, the Adolescent Measure of Confidence and Movement Performance (AMCaMP) and provide clinicians with reliable and valid tools to assess adolescent self-confidence in performing sports-specific movements.Methods:After preliminary testing for readability and ease of administration, we administered one of 12 sport-specific modules pertinent to the individual’s sport (baseball, softball, basketball, football, gymnastics, cheerleading, soccer, ballet, swimming, lacrosse, tennis, and cross country), to a total of 14,744 patients, 11-18 years of age, who were drawn from 12 pediatric sports physical therapy facilities in a single health care system. Respondents completed the assigned sport-specific self-report questionnaire both at their initial visits and upon conclusion of their episodes of care. Results were analyzed using classical test theory measures including but not limited to factor analysis suitability, exploratory factor analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis.Results:Based on sample sizes, Bartlett’s Test of Sphericity, and Kaiser-Myer-Olkin measures, nine of the 12 candidate modules (baseball, softball, basketball, football, gymnastics, cheerleading, soccer, ballet, and swimming) were deemed suitable for factor analysis. The sample for each module was then divided into a test sample and a validation sample to avoid model overfitting and to check for generalizability. Exploratory factor analysis revealed an underlying structure ranging from one to three factors depending upon the particular module. Subsequent confirmatory factor analyses fully supported the hypothesized factor structures for each module except swimming. Additional analyses to determine coefficient alpha (range=0.8-0.976), Standard Error of Measurement (range=1.12-2.33), and Minimum Detectable Change (range=3.1-6.47) confirmed the reliability of each of these modules.Conclusion:The AMCAMP sport-specific modules are reliable and valid self-report tools to capture self-confidence in performing essential movements specific to a sport and supplement the AMCAMP’s evaluation of self-efficacy in performing the general movements of everyday life. The results of this study support the use of the AMCAMP sport-specific modules as a reliable and valid self-report instruments as part of the overall clinical evaluation of psychological readiness to return to sport.

EFFECT OF DRY NEEDLING IN PATIENT WITH TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME (SHIN PAIN) IN ATHLETES UNIVERSITY PLAYER

40 Patient With tibial stress syndrome (shin splints) in Athletes ages of 18-45 year with tibial stress syndrome (shin splints), were analysis using subjective questioning based on a ten point Likert pain scale that was used to assess pain level. The Likert pain scale ranged start from none (1) to Distressing (5) to Unbearable (10). The athletes were divided into 2 treatment groups: conventional Sports physiotherapy (N=20), Dry needling (N=20). The treating practitioners were certied and patient is athletic trainee at DAVV University. The study took place over a 6 week period, with each participant lling out an initial questionnaire (Intake) prior to the rst week of treatment and After 6 week treatment).Participants answered questions concerning intensity and duration of pain during and between activities, in addition to dosages taken of anti-inammatory medications (NSAID). All Subjects of groups taken a minimum of 2 treatments sessions per week. The 2 treatment groups compared to each other: conventional Sports physiotherapy (A), Dry needling along with conventional sports physiotherapy (B). All athletes reported an increase in effectiveness of treatment after 6 week. Regardless of the treatment group they were in. The perception of pain, pain relief, and effectiveness was signicantly improved for athletes in the both Group. Athletes in the B Groups received the most pain relief, were least blocked by pain during sporting and nonsporting activities, and felt overall that the treatments were more effective than A Group.

Relationship Between Participation In Sport Physio Study Club With Sports Physiotherapy Course Values In Physiotherapy Students Of Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

There are various forms of active lerning, one of which is interest-based and is called Study Club. In Physiotherapy department Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, There is a Study Club that can help learning in a comprehensive sports physiotherapy course namely Sportphysio. The purpose This study was to determine the relationship in the participation of the Sportphysio study club to the comprehensive sports physiotherapy course in the Physiotherapy study program, Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta. The research used analytic observational, questionnaire distribution, filling was done using google form. This study used a simple correlation test, the chi square test. Sampling with purposive sampling technique, the study used a sample of the batch 2015, 2016 and 2017 physiotherapy students as many as 120 students. Students who already have a Study Result Card for Comprehensive Sports Physiotherapy course are divided into two groups, namely 60 students who take part in the study club and 60 students who do not join the study club, comparing the two groups. The results of the analysis of the chi square test showed that p0.011 had a significant relationship in the participation of the Sportphysio study club with the results of the Comprehensive Sports Physiotherapy course score. The results show that there is a relationship between the participation of the Sportphysio study club and the results of the Comprehensive Sports Physotherapy course scores. The hypothesis is accepted that there is a positive relationship, with the results of students who take part in the Sportphysio study club having good scores, compared to students who don't take part in the Sportphysio study club.

Sports injury prevention programmes from the sports physical therapist's perspective: An international expert Delphi approach

ObjectiveTo provide consensus on how to plan, organize and implement exercise-based injury prevention program (IPP) in sports. DesignDelphi. SettingLimeSurvey platform. ParticipantsExperienced sports physical therapists from the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy member countries. Main outcome measuresFactors related to sports IPP planning, organization and implementation. ResultsWe included 305 participants from 32 countries. IPP planning should be based on an athlete's injury history, on pre-season screening results, and on injury rates (respectively, 98%, 92%, 89% agreement). In total 97% participants agreed that IPP organization should depend on the athlete's age, 93% on the competition level, and 93% on the availability of low-cost materials. It was agreed that IPP should mainly be implemented in warm-up sessions delivered by the head or strength/conditioning coach, with physical training sessions and individual physical therapy sessions (respectively, 94%, 92%, 90% agreement). ConclusionStrong consensus was reached on (1) IPP based on the athlete's injury history, pre-season screening and evidence-based sports-specific injury rates; (2) IPP organization based on the athlete's age, competition level, and the availability of low-cost materials and (3) IPP implementation focussing on warm-up sessions implemented by the strength/conditioning coach, and/or individual prevention sessions by the physical therapist.

Prevalence, Risk Factors and Prevention of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Physiotherapist According to Their Specialization - A Review

Physiotherapists are primary health care Professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, who have medical problems or other health related conditions, illness, or injuries that limit their abilities to move and perform the daily functional activities. Our aim was to review current knowledge associated with prevalence, risk factors, and preventive strategies of WMSDs among physiotherapist according to their work of specialization. Google Scholar and PubMed were searched for terms relating to WMSDs in Physiotherapists of various specialization from inception to 2021. There are many physiotherapy specialties including musculoskeletal, pediatrics, neurological, cardio- respiratory, rehabilitation, sports etc. and each one has its unique purpose and set of responsibilities. According to area of specialization in physiotherapy, occurrence of WMSDs at different body part may vary. Therefore, implementing preventive strategies for WMSDs in early stage of a physiotherapist’s career according specialization is needed. Keywords: work-related musculoskeletal disorders, Physiotherapy, Neuro-physiotherapy, Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Sports Physiotherapy.

Sports Injury and Physiotherapy Services in the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Paralympic Games: Considerations and Potential Recommendations for Future Paralympics

<h3>Research Objectives</h3> To highlight the demographic and clinical characteristics of injured athletes and non-athletes and the physiotherapy services provided during the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Paralympic Games. <h3>Design</h3> Prospective descriptive epidemiology study. <h3>Setting</h3> Physiotherapy Department of Paralympic Village Polyclinic, Republic of Korea, during the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Paralympic Games. <h3>Participants</h3> The study group comprised 201 participants (51 athletes and 150 non-athletes) who were admitted to and utilized the polyclinic physiotherapy service from March 1 to March 20, 2018. <h3>Interventions</h3> The five major comprehensive physiotherapy services included advice (counseling, consultation, referral), therapeutic exercise, manual manipulative therapy, therapeutic modalities, and assistive (prophylactic) devices. The selection of physiotherapy service items was based on the recommendation and guidelines of International Olympic Committee (IOC)/IPC medical commissions and clinical evidence in current literature. <h3>Main Outcome Measures</h3> Types and number of patients and number of physiotherapy modalities used. <h3>Results</h3> Chronic injuries were the most common (n=100, 51%) in athletes and non-athletes. Anatomical injury site analysis revealed the spine and shoulder areas were injured with equal frequency for athletes (n=14, 54.9%) and non-athletes, with the frequencies of 36.7% (n=55) and 26% (n=39), respectively. The Pyeongchang WPG showed a high rate of athletes visiting the physiotherapy service during the pre-competition period (n=50, 33.3%), perhaps led to a lower incidence rate of traumatic injury. The physiotherapy treatment service analysis demonstrated that manual therapy (n=230, 35.4%) was most commonly utilized. <h3>Conclusions</h3> We established the importance of prophylactic and preventive physiotherapy services to reduce the risk of sports injuries during WPG. <h3>Author(s) Disclosures</h3> The authors report no conflict of interest.

Optimizing Performance in Return to Play After Sport-Related Concussion in Elite Ice Hockey Players: A Sports Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainer Perspective.

Optimizing Performance in Return to Play After Sport-Related Concussion in Elite Ice Hockey Players: A Sports Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainer Perspective.

The Effect of Studying a Double Degree in the Psychophysiological Stress Response in the Bachelor's Thesis Defense.

The aim of this research was to analyze the effect of studying a single or double degree in the psychophysiological stress response and academic performance of university students in their bachelor’s thesis defense. We analyzed the autonomic stress response, cortical arousal, subjective distress perception, and the sense of objective and subjective academic fulfilment of 84 single-degree physiotherapy students and 26 double-degree sport sciences and physiotherapy students during their bachelor’s thesis defense. The results showed that the bachelor’s thesis defense was a stressful event for double-degree students, showing an activation of the sympathetic nervous system and presenting a higher autonomic habituation response for the double degree students compared to the single degree students. We found higher mean grades during the whole degree and higher grades in the written and oral bachelor’s thesis academic achievements for single-degree students compared to double-degree students. No significant differences were found between single-degree and double-degree students in subjective distress perception and cortical arousal. No correlation was found between academic performance variables and subjective distress perception, cortical arousal, and autonomic modulation variables. We conclude that the bachelor’s thesis defense produces a large anticipatory anxiety response in single-degree physiotherapy students and in double-degree sport sciences and physiotherapy students. Double-degree students showed higher levels of habituation and adaptability to the stressful event, with a better autonomic response. Academic achievements were significantly higher among single-degree students compared to the double-degree group.

Application of the 4-Element Movement System Model to Sports Physical Therapy Practice and Education.

The 4-Element Movement System Model describes primary elements (motion, force, motor control, and energy) essential to the performance of all movements. The model provides a framework or scaffolding which allows for consistent processes to be used in examination and intervention decisions. The process starts with task identification followed by a systematic observation of control, amount, speed, symmetry, and symptoms during movement. Testable hypotheses are generated from the observations which inform the examination and the interventions. This commentary describes the use of the 4-Element Movement System Model in entry level and post-graduate residency educational programs and in clinical care with three common sports-related diagnoses.Level of Evidence5

The top 100 most impactful articles on the anterior cruciate ligament: An altmetric analysis of online media.

Objectives:To identify the top 100 most impactful anterior cruciate ligament articles in online media as measured by the Altmetric Attention Score and compare their characteristics to the most-cited anterior cruciate ligament articles in the scientific literature.Methods:The Altmetric database was queried to identify all published articles pertaining to the anterior cruciate ligament. The search yielded 9445 articles, which were stratified by highest to lowest Altmetric Attention Score. The top 100 articles were included. Collected data included article type, article topic, journal name, and online mentions in news, blogs, Twitter, Facebook, Wikipedia, and other sources. The geographic origin of each article was also determined based on the institutional affiliation of the first author.Results:Altmetric Attention Score of the top 100 anterior cruciate ligament articles ranged from 109 to 2193 (median 172.0, interquartile range 137.5–271.5). Of the 100 articles, 65 were published in three journals: American Journal of Sports Medicine, British Journal of Sports Medicine, and Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy. The most prevalent article type was original research (60%), followed by systematic review/meta-analysis (18%). The most prevalent article topic was rehabilitation and return to play after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (22%), followed by epidemiology/risk factors (16%), injury prevention (14%), and biomechanics of anterior cruciate ligament injuries (14%). Of the top 100 articles, 54% were American, 31% were European, and 15% were published in other countries outside of the United States and Europe.Conclusion:This study used Altmetric Attention Score to identify the 100 most engaged anterior cruciate ligament articles in online media. The characteristics of these articles differed substantially from the most-cited anterior cruciate ligament articles in the literature with regard to article type, article topic, geographic origin, and publication journal. These findings suggest that alternative metrics measure distinct components of anterior cruciate ligament article engagement and add an important dimension to understanding the overall impact of published research on the anterior cruciate ligament.

American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy Platform Presentation Abstracts SPL1–SPL75

These abstracts are presented here as prepared by the authors. The accuracy and content of each abstract remain the responsibility of the authors. In the identification number above each abstract, SPL designates an American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy platform presentation. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2022;52(1):CSM25–CSM54. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.52.1.CSM25

American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy Poster Presentation Abstracts SPO1–SPO113

Previous article Next article APTA Combined Sections MeetingAmerican Academy of Sports Physical Therapy Poster Presentation Abstracts (SPO1–SPO113)AuthorsJournal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical TherapyPublished Online:December 31, 2021Volume52Issue1PagesCSM143-CSM188https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2022.52.1.CSM143SectionsPDFPDF PLUSFull Text ToolsAdd to FavoritesDownload CitationsTrack CitationsPermissions ShareShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditEmail AboutAbstractThese abstracts are presented here as prepared by the authors. The accuracy and content of each abstract remain the responsibility of the authors. In the identification number above each abstract, SPO designates an American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy poster presentation.J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2022;52(1):CSM143–CSM188. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.52.1.CSM143FiguresReferencesRelatedDetails Volume 52, Issue 1January 2022Pages: 1-53 KeywordsCombined Sections MeetingCSMPDF download

REVIEW STUDY ON THE EFFICIENCY OF THE USE OF KINESIOLOGICTAPE IN PERFORMANCE ATHLETES

Introduction. In Asia, in the early 1970s, a new concept was developed -kinesiological tape.Physiotherapists use the kinesiological band in both performance or amateur athletes and patients who are in a kinetic recovery program. The exact mechanisms by which the kinesiological band acts on the body have not yet been fully elucidated .Aim. The aim of the study was to identify in the literature the information about the potential positive or negative effects offered by the use of kinesiological tape inperformance athletes that had suffered injuries and also to identify potential prophylactic effects inhealthy athletes.Material and method. The selection of articles was made using the Google Scholar search engine, where 98 studies were found in the databasesof ResearchGate, PubMed, MinervaMedica, Journal of Athletic Training, Journal of Orthopedic &amp; Sports Physical Therapy. Only studies on groups of performance athletes were included.Results. Of the 28 selected articles, 12 studies showed results in which there were increases in performance and improvements in some parameters, in 12 studies it was concluded that there were no beneficial or significant effects, and in 4 articles the results of applying the bands kinesiological and placebo effect had relatively similar positive effects.Conclusions.Kinesiology tapes do not seem to bringmajor benefits in terms of the performance inhealthy athletes. Regarding the potential prophylactic effect of kinesiological bands, several complex and longer studies need tobe performed. But the kinesiological bands could be considered as an adjuvant method in rehabilitation.

Sports physiotherapy - Actions to optimize the health of Para athletes.

Sports physiotherapy - Actions to optimize the health of Para athletes.

The Inaugural IJSPT and OSET Research Symposium: 2021 Abstracts.

The International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy is pleased to publish abstracts from the 11th Orthopaedic Summit (OSET) taking place in Las Vegas, December 11-14, 2021. The IJSPT hosted the first annual research forum and reception at OSET, sponsored by ATI Physical Therapy and Hyperice.The abstracts presented in the following pages were selected by the OSET Research Committee and editorial staff of the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy. After careful review, a total of 22 research abstracts were accepted and presented at OSET 2021. Awards for outstanding abstracts were presented on December 11th.The 2021 abstracts include contemporary orthopaedic and rehabilitation topics across various research designs. Each abstract presents only a brief summary of a research project / presentation and does not permit full assessment of the scientific rigor with which the work was conducted. While the abstracts offer only preliminary results that may require further refinement and future validation, they do serve an important role of sharing new research ideas and rehabilitation advancements. This sharing of ideas helps to encourage dialogue among researchers, clinicians, and educators that will ultimately contribute to the orthopaedic and rehabilitation body of knowledge. We strongly encourage authors to continue pursuing publication of their research as a full manuscript.Thank you to all submitting abstracts for consideration. We look forward to another outstanding season of submissions for OSET 2022.Phil Page PhD, PT, ATCChuck Thigpen PhD, PT, ATC OSET Research Committee Co-Chairs

Validity of a Rehab and Reconditioning Program Following an Adductor Longus Injury in Professional Soccer

The high rates of adductor injuries and reinjuries in soccer have suggested that the current rehabilitation programs may be insufficient; therefore, there is a need to create prevention and reconditioning programs to prepare athletes for the specific demands of the sport. The aim of this study is to validate a rehab and reconditioning program (RRP) for adductor injuries through a panel of experts and determine the effectiveness of this program through its application in professional soccer. A 20-item RRP was developed, which was validated by a panel of experts anonymously and then applied to 12 injured male professional soccer players. Soccer pitch and indoor gym. Eight rehabilitation fitness coaches (age = 33.25 [2.49]y) and 8 academic researchers (age = 38.50 [3.74]y) with PhDs in sports science and/or physiotherapy. The RRP was applied to 12 male professional players (age = 23.75 [4.97]y; height = 180.56 [8.41]cm; mass = 76.89 [3.43]kg) of the Spanish First and Second Division (La Liga). The experts validated an indoor and on-field reconditioning program, which was based on strengthening the injured muscle and retraining conditional capacities with the aim of reducing the risk of reinjury. Aiken V for each item of the program and number of days taken by the players to return to full team training. The experts evaluated all items of the program very highly as seen from Aiken V values between 0.77 and 0.94 (range: 0.61-0.98) for all drills, and the return to training was in 13.08 (±1.42) days. This RRP following an injury to the adductor longus was validated by injury experts, and initial results suggested that it could permit a faster return to team training.

A Reporting Quality Assessment of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses in Sports Physical Therapy: A Review of Reviews.

This review of reviews aimed to evaluate the reporting quality of published systematic reviews and meta-analyses in the field of sports physical therapy using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. This review of reviews included a literature search; in total, 2047 studies published between January 2015 and December 2020 in the top three journals related to sports physical therapy were screened. Among the 125 identified articles, 47 studies on sports physical therapy were included in the analysis (2 systematic reviews and 45 meta-analyses). There were several problems areas, including a lack of reporting for key components of the structured summary (10/47, 21.3%), protocol and registration (18/47, 38.3%), risk of bias in individual studies (28/47, 59.6%), risk of bias across studies (24/47, 51.1%), effect size and variance calculations (5/47, 10.6%), additional analyses (25/47, 53.2%), and funding (10/47, 21.3%). The quality of the reporting of systematic reviews and meta-analyses of studies on sports physical therapy was low to moderate. For better evidence-based practice in sports physical therapy, both authors and readers should examine assumptions in more detail, and report valid and adequate results. The PRISMA guideline should be used more extensively to improve reporting practices in sports physical therapy.

Sports Physiotherapy for All.

Sports Physiotherapy for All.

A ATUAÇÃO DA FISIOTERAPIA NA PREVENÇÃO DA SÍNDROME DO ESTRESSE TIBIAL MEDIAL EM CORREDORES

Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common injury due to mechanical overload, especially in athletes, causing local inflammation and bone stress. Street running has become increasingly popular, being one of the most practiced physical activities in recent years. The aim of this research is to identify how the assistance of sports physiotherapy professionals would contribute to the care offered to the runner with regards to the prevention of the syndrome. The methodology present in this study is based on a literature review research. The role of the physiotherapist is essential to prevent medial tibial stress, since this professional will be able to guide the runner during his activity. Once injured, the initial treatment requires resting and caring and a pause in the running activity, so that the physiotherapist can treat the injury, and in this way, the runner progressively tends to return to training and running.

How injury registration and preseason assessment are being delivered: An international survey of sports physical therapists

ObjectiveTo identify the role of sports physical therapists (PT) in the organization of injury registration and preseason assessment, applied in athletic organizations and sports teams of different gender and level world-wide. Designcross-sectional study. SettingLimeSurvey platform. ParticipantsSports PTs working with athletes invited through International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy. Main outcome measuresinjury registration and athlete's screening. Results414 sports PTs participated in this international survey (mean age of 37.66 (SD = 9.38) years). 340 participants indicated that the PT as the responsible for injury registration. Barriers to properly register injury throughout the season were indicated by 157 sports PT and 86 (54.77%) indicated a lack of time on their routine as the main factor. 93 participants (30.09%) indicated that they customize the prevention program based on the preseason assessment. Sports PTs who reported not performing a preseason assessment (92 participants - 22.22%) mainly indicated this to be consequence of lack of structure in the organization (44 participants – 47.82%). ConclusionThe majority of the sports PTs participate on injury registration and perform preseason assessment in athletes. However, lack of time in their routine and structure in the organization were recognized as the most important barriers to organize these properly.