Comparison of Plantar Sensitivity, Dynamic Balance, and Lower Extremity Joint Range of Motion Between Experienced Female Ballet Dancers and Female Non-Dancing Athletes: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Alfuth ◽  
Julia Luetkecosmann ◽  
Axel Knicker
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ballet Dancers ◽  
Joint Range Of Motion ◽  
Joint Range ◽  
Experienced Female

Objectives: Ballet dancers may increasingly use plantar sensory feedback to control foot position and movement during dance activities. Balance and joint range of motion (ROM) are important factors in ballet and may be related to plantar sensation in ballet dancers. Data on related functions of female ballet dancers compared to female non-dancing athletes are sparse. The aims of the study were twofold: 1. the relationships between plantar sensitivity and dynamic balance as well as between joint ROM and dynamic balance were determined in experienced female ballet dancers and female non-dancing athletes; and 2. the differences of plantar sensation, joint ROM of the lower limb, and dynamic balance between experienced female ballet dancers and female non-dancing athletes were investigated.Study Design: In this cross-sectional study, 21 subjects (11 experienced female ballet dancers and 10 female non-dancing athletes; median age: 23, range: 11 years; median body height: 1.7 m, range: 0.2 m; median body mass: 59 kg, range: 36 kg) were included. Plantar sensitivity was determined by Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments, active ranges of motion of the hip, knee, and ankle joints were measured using a goniometer and dynamic balance was assessed by the Y-Balance test. Correlations between outcome measures were determined in both groups. Outcome measures were compared between ballet dancers and non-dancing athletes using parametric or non-parametric statistical tests (α = 0.5).Results: For the fifth metatarsal head and the heel, higher correlations between plantar sensitivity and Y-Balance test scores in non-dancing athletes compared to ballet dancers were found. Higher correlations between joint ROM and Y-Balance test scores were determined for certain movements in non-dancing athletes compared to ballet dancers. A significantly lower cutaneous threshold was only found for the fifth metatarsal head in ballet dancers compared to non-ballet dancers (p < 0.05). Range of motion was significantly higher in ballet dancers for almost all movements (p < 0.05). Ballet dancers showed significantly higher normalized scores of the Y-Balance test (p ≤ .001).Conclusions: Results of correlation analyses may indicate that non-dancing athletes increasingly must rely on plantar sensation of the fifth metatarsal head and the heel while maintaining dynamic balance compared to ballet dancers, especially in posterolateral direction of the Y-Balance test. Active joint range of motion of the lower extremity and dynamic balance differ between female ballet dancers and non-dancing athletes. Plantar sensitivity is not different for most of the assessed localizations.

scholarly journals Analysis of Joint Range of Motion, Balance and Injury among Kitesurfers: a Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-130
Author(s):  
Raziye Dut ◽  
◽  
Gurhan Donmez ◽  
Mehmet Kaymakoglu ◽  
Mehmet Ali Talmac ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Joint Range Of Motion ◽  
Joint Range

A Polymorphism in a Functional Region of the COL5A1 Gene: Association With Ultraendurance-Running Performance and Joint Range of Motion

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 583-590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shameemah Abrahams ◽  
Michael Posthumus ◽  
Malcolm Collins
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Endurance Running ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Single Nucleotide ◽  
Functional Region ◽  
Running Performance ◽  
Joint Range Of Motion ◽  
Functional Forms ◽  
Joint Range

Purpose:Endurance-running performance and joint range of motion (ROM) are both multifactorial phenotypes. A single-nucleotide polymorphism, rs172722 (C/T), in the COL5A1 3′-untranslated region (UTR) was shown to independently associate with both phenotypes. Two major functional forms of the COL5A1 3′-UTR have been identified and differ by 7 tightly linked polymorphisms that include rs12722 and a short tandem-repeat polymorphism (STRP rs71746744, –/AGGG). It has been proposed that STRP rs71746744 plays a role in the predicted secondary structures and mRNA stability of the 2 major forms of the COL5A1 3′-UTR, therefore implying a regulatory role. The aim of this study was to determine whether STRP rs71746744 is independently associated with running performance and prerace sit-and-reach range of motion (SR ROM) in a cohort of ultramarathon road runners.Methods:One hundred six (74 men and 32 women, age 22–67 y) white runners who participated in either the 2009 or 2011 Two Oceans 56-km ultramarathon were included in this cross-sectional study. Their SR ROM measurements, COL5A1 rs71746744 genotype, and overall race times were determined.Results:COL5A1 rs71746744 was independently associated with running performance (P = .024) and prerace sr rom (P = .020). Moreover, the AGGG/AGGG genotype was significantly overrepresented in the fastest and inflexible athletes compared with those with either the –/AGGG or –/– genotype.Conclusions:These findings provide further evidence for a relationship between COL5A1, running performance, and SR ROM. Further studies are needed to investigate the effect of this variant on the mechanical properties of connective tissue.

scholarly journals Ankle range of motion and dynamic balance in recreational Sepak Takraw players with and without ankle injury - a comparative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 355-360
Author(s):  
Jessica Phan Zhi Xin ◽  
Rajkumar Krishnan Vasanthi ◽  
Vinosh Kumar Purushothaman ◽  
Ali Md. Nadzalan
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Ankle Injury ◽  
Ankle Injuries ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ankle Eversion ◽  
Significant Difference

Background and Study Aim. Sepak Takraw (ST) is considered Malaysia's national sport, and the nature of this sport requires players to be sufficiently acrobatic. Therefore, players were expected to jump and regain their balance, challenging their dynamic balance (DB). Nonetheless, range of motion (ROM) is closely related to balance. Hence, this study aimed to compare recreational ST players' ankle ROM and DB differences with and without ankle injuries. Material and Methods. The cross-sectional study in which 30 participants were assigned purposively according to players with an ankle injury (n=15) and without ankle injury (n=15) based on the position statement of the International Ankle Consortium (IAC). One time ankle Range of Motion and Dynamic balance was measured using a universal goniometer and Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT), respectively, for both groups. Results. Independent T-test was performed to identify the significant differences (p<0.05) of SEBT and ROM between the non-injured leg and injured leg within the injured group to the non-injured group. Ankle eversion and dorsiflexion between the injured and non-injured groups did not show any significant difference with p=0.35 & p=0.53, respectively. As for SEBT, only posteromedial and medial of the injured leg did not show a significant difference p>0.05. All other ankles ROM and the SEBT score demonstrated a statistically significant difference p<0.05. Conclusions. ROM and DB training/rehabilitation should be incorporated to all the injured group ST sports players regardless of which leg is affected to optimize ankle function and the game performance.

scholarly journals Investigating the Range of Motion and Balance Symmetry Between the Dominant and Non-dominant Arms in the Classic Female Wrestlers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Parisa Sayyadi ◽  
Rahman Sheikhhoseini
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Upper Extremities ◽  
Lateral Direction ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Better Than

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to investigate the Range of Motion (ROM) and balance symmetry between dominant and non-dominant arms in classic female wrestlers. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 13 members of the Iranian Women’s National Classic Wrestling Team participated voluntarily. The shoulder ROM was measured by a goniometer and dynamic balance was assessed by the Y-balance test. Data analysis was done by running a paired t-test, with a 0.95 confidence level (α<0.05). Results: There was no significant difference between dominant and non-dominant upper extremities in flexion (P=0.162), extension (P=0.264), abduction (P=0.077), internal rotation (P=0.972), and external rotation (0.945). A significant difference was found in the Y-balance test in medial (P=0.026) and inferior-lateral directions (P=0.047), but no significant difference in superior-lateral direction (P=0.715) and composite score (P=0.071). Conclusion: Based on the results, it seems that the balance in the dominant arm is better than that in non-dominant arm in the athletes so the non-dominant arm may be at more risk for injury development. We, therefore, recommend that the coaches and trainers pay particular attention to these findings in designing the injury prevention programs.

scholarly journals Correlation between Balance and BMI in Collegiate students: A cross sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 3759-3764
Author(s):  
Tejaswini Padmanabha Suvarna ◽  
◽  
Joseph Oliver Raj ◽  
Nithin Prakash ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Limb Length ◽  
Static Balance ◽  
Lateral Instability ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Balance Deficits ◽  
Test Result

Background: Balance deficits are usually related to medial-lateral instability. BMI could be an important factor to consider as; excess body mass or increased accumulation of adipose tissue can directly impact the postural stability which in return impacts balance. Purpose of the study: To find the correlation between BMI and Balance. Method: Sample consisted of 149 students, out of which 100 (67%) were males and 49 (33%) were females. BMI was calculated and was categorized into groups. Bilateral limb length was measured for normalising the data. Static balance was measured by performing blinded stork test and dynamic balance by performing Y- balance test. Data was analysed using Pearson’s correlation test. Result: There was significant correlation between BMI and static balance of left leg (r=0.713, 95% CI 0.623, 0.784, p=0.01) but on comparison, there was no significant correlation between BMI and static balance of right leg (r=0.0458, 95% CI -0.11, -0.205, p=0.58). It was found that there was no significant correlation between BMI and Left Anterior (r= -0.134, 95% CI -0.289, -0.0274, p= 0.103), Left Posterolateral (r=-0.0775, 95% CI -0.235, 0.0843, p=0.347), Left Posteromedial (r=-0.0903, 95% CI -0.248, -0.0715, p=0.273) respectively. Also, it was found that there was no significant correlation between BMI and Right Anterior (r=-0.236, 95% CI -0.382, -0.0778, p=0.00381), Right Posterolateral (r=-0.193, 95% CI -0.343,-0.0334, p=0.0183), Right Posteromedial (r=-0.126, 95% CI -0.281, -0.0354, p=0.125) respectively. Conclusion: There was significant correlation between BMI and static balance of left leg and no correlation was established between BMI and static balance on right leg and also no correlation was established between BMI and static and dynamic balance for right and left leg. KEY WORDS: Static balance, Dynamic balance, Body Mass Index, Obesity, Limb length.

The Relationship Between Dynamic Balance Ability and Shoulder Pain in High School Baseball Pitchers

2021 ◽  
pp. 194173812110196
Author(s):  
Kurumi Nakase ◽  
Hitoshi Shitara ◽  
Tsuyoshi Tajika ◽  
Takuro Kuboi ◽  
Tsuyoshi Ichinose ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Baseball Pitchers ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Dynamic balance is essential for pitching motion because pitching kinematics requires whole body coordination. The Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) and the Y balance test (YBT) evaluate dynamic balance quantitatively. There are some reports that investigated the relationship between SEBT/YBT and pain in upper and lower extremities, but there is no study among high school baseball pitchers. Hypothesis: Dynamic balance deficiency is associated with shoulder pain among high school baseball pitchers. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Level of Evidence: Level 4. Methods: A total of 259 male high school pitchers who participated in the preseason medical checkups were included in the study. YBT was used to measure their dynamic balance. The participants completed a questionnaire which asked if they were currently experiencing shoulder pain. Results: Twenty-two pitchers had shoulder pain during the preseason medical checkups. In the YBT, the posterolateral balance while standing with the axis leg as well as the posteromedial and posterolateral balance while standing with the step leg were significantly lower in the pain group than in the nonpain group ( P = 0.05, 0.04, and 0.001, respectively). A logistic regression analysis showed that posterolateral balance when standing with the step leg was an independent risk factor for current shoulder pain ( P = 0.04, odds ratio 0.942, 95% CI 0.892-0.996). Conclusion: The dynamic balance of high school baseball pitchers with shoulder pain was lower than that of participants without shoulder pain. In particular, posterolateral direction with the step leg standing was significantly related to shoulder pain. Clinical Relevance: Among high school baseball pitchers, decreased dynamic balance was related to current shoulder pain. YBT maybe recommended in preseason medical checkups for high school baseball pitchers.

Frequency of Static and Dynamic Balance, Lumbo-pelvic Control and Injuries Among Cricket Pace Bowlers; A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-11
Author(s):  
Fareed Ahmad Quraishi ◽  
Nosherwan Ahmad Aslam ◽  
Ambreen Zhahid ◽  
Syed Amir Gilani ◽  
Ashfaq Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Stability Control ◽  
Bench Mark ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract:Cricket is among one of non-contact sports which predisposes body to high magnitude of forces and stressors, especially role of bowling, more precisely pace bowling. Action of lumbar spine muscles provides substantial force to facilitate release of faster ball. Combine postural action of ipsilateral spinal rotation, contralateral Flexion and lumbar extension contributes as pathomechanics to lower back injury during the delivery strike.Objective: To determine the frequency of static and dynamic balance, lumbo-pelvic control and injuries among bowlers.Methadology: An observational cross-sectional study in which convenient sampling technique was used, sample size was 90 irrespective of gender and age, Aging between18 to 24 years from both genders. The data was analyzed using SPSS in which frequency percentage, mean, SD and chi square tests were used.Results: The gender distribution showed that there were 73.3% males and rest of 26.7% females. The history of previous injuries showed 83.3% playerhaving injuries previously. There were 55.6% players who reported injuries to low back. Results regarding Single Leg Balance Test (SLBT), Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) were significantly better for right (p-value <0.05) for all its variety, however, overall it was much less than bench mark time. As indicated by chi square test, no association found, p value 0.873 regarding injuries and gender distribution.Conclusion: The findings of study concluded a high prevalence of soft tissue injuries, impaired static and dynamic balance. Both male and females were equally predisposed to injuries. Keywords:Pace Bowler, Sports Injuries, Back Injuries,Stability, Control

scholarly journals Perspectives of caregivers towards physiotherapy treatment for children with burns in Harare, Zimbabwe: A cross-sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew Chiwaridzo ◽  
Vimbayinashe Juliet Zinyando ◽  
Jermaine Matewu Dambi ◽  
Farayi Kaseke ◽  
Nyaradzai Munambah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Programme ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Physiotherapy Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Biological Mothers ◽  
Joint Range Of Motion ◽  
Paediatric Burns ◽  
Burn Units ◽  
Joint Range

Abstract Background Physiotherapy is an integral part of treatment for paediatric burns. In Zimbabwe, children are admitted in paediatric burn unit with their caregivers, who play important roles such as providing explanation and obtaining cooperation of the child during physiotherapy, which is often uncomfortable or painful to the patient. The aim of this study was to determine the perspectives of caregivers towards physiotherapy interventions administered to hospitalized children at central hospitals in Harare, Zimbabwe. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using self-administered questionnaires. The study was carried out at two large central hospitals (Parirenyatwa Hospital and Harare Central Hospital). The study targeted all the caregivers of children below the age of 12 years with a diagnosis of burns, irrespective of severity or area affected, who were admitted in the two paediatric burn units. Of the 34 caregivers eligible to participate, 31 (91.1 %) questionnaires had complete data and were analysed. The analyses were done using Statistica version 12.0. Results The median age of the caregivers was 28 years (IQR = 24–33 years). Female caregivers constituted 90.3 % of the sample. The majority of the caregivers (n = 26, 83.9 %) were biological mothers to the hospitalised child. The majority of children (n = 20, 64.5 %) hospitalised were between 0 and 4 years. The commonest cause of burns was scalding (n = 19, 61.2 %). The burns were mainly in the upper extremities (n = 11, 35.5 %). Physiotherapy for the burns was mainly active and passive joint range of motion exercises (n = 30, 96.8 %). The caregivers’ perceptions towards physiotherapy were mainly positive (n = 20, 64.5 %) indicating that physiotherapy plays an important role in burn management. Of the 21 caregivers given a ward exercise programme, 13 (61.9 %) were not compliant. Conclusions Caregivers’ perspectives towards physiotherapy were largely positive and are similar to those found in other studies. The majority of the caregivers indicated that physiotherapy was important in the overall management of burns leading to proper healing of the wounds without complications.

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