Primary findings indicate that there is ( a ) strong evidence that poor performance on a set distance run for time is a predictor for MSK-I risk in both genders ; ( b ) strong evidence that poor performance on timed shuttle runs is a predictor for MSK-I risk in males ; ( c ) moderate evidence in males and limited evidence in females that poor performance on a timed step test is a predictor of MSK-I risk ; and ( d ) limited or insufficient evidence that poor performance on the Cooper run test , maximal and submaximal aerobic grade d exercise tests , and the Conconi test are predictors of MSK-I risk in males or females or both .
Several measures of CRE are risk factors for training-related MSK-I in military and civilian athletic population s , indicating that CRE may be an important measure for MSK-I risk stratification
A systematic review of the association between physical fitness and musculoskeletal injury risk : part 1—cardiorespiratory endurance .
J Strength Cond Res 31(6 ) : 1744–1757 , 2017—Musculoskeletal injuries ( MSK-Is ) are a significant health problem for both military and athletic population s. Research indicates that MSK-I is associated with physical fitness ; however , the association between specific components of physical fitness and MSK-I in military and athletic population s has not been systematic ally examined .
Risk Factors for Lower Extremity Injuries in Elite Female Soccer Players
Background : The incidence of lower extremity injuries in female soccer players is high , but the risk factors for injuries are unknown . Purpose : To investigate risk factors for lower extremity injuries in elite female soccer players . Study Design : Cohort study ; Level of evidence , 3 . Methods : Players in the Norwegian elite female soccer league ( N = 12 teams ) participated in baseline screening tests before the 2009 competitive soccer season . The screening included tests assessing maximal lower extremity strength , dynamic balance , knee valgus angles in a drop-jump l and ing , knee joint laxity , generalized joint laxity , and foot pronation . Also included was a question naire to collect information on demographic data , elite-level experience , and injury history . Time-loss injuries and exposure in training and matches were recorded prospect ively in the subsequent soccer season using weekly text messaging . Players reporting an injury were contacted to collect data regarding injury circumstances . Univariate and multivariate regression analyses were used to calculate odds ratios ( ORs ) and 95 % confidence intervals ( CIs ) for ±1 st and ard deviation of change . Results : In total , 173 players underwent complete screening tests and registration of injuries and exposure throughout the season . A total of 171 injuries in 107 players ( 62 % ) were recorded ;  ligament and muscle injuries were the most frequent . Multivariate analyses showed that a greater body mass index ( BMI ) ( OR , 1.51 ; 95 % CI , 1.21 - 1.90 ; P = .001 ) was the only factor significantly associated with new lower extremity injuries . A greater BMI was associated with new thigh injuries ( OR , 1.51 ; 95 % CI , 1.08 - 2.11 ; P = .01 ) , a lower knee valgus angle in a drop-jump l and ing was associated with new ankle injuries ( OR , 0.64 ; 95 % CI , 0.41 - 1.00 ; P = .04 ) , and a previous knee injury was associated with new lower leg and foot injuries ( OR , 3.57 ; 95 % CI , 1.27 - 9.99 ; P = .02 ) , whereas none of the factors investigated influenced the risk of new knee injuries . Conclusion : A greater BMI was associated with lower extremity injuries in elite female soccer players . Clinical Relevance : Increased knowledge on risk factors for lower extremity injuries enables more targeted prevention strategies with the aim of reducing injury rates in female soccer players
Primary findings indicate that there is ( a ) strong evidence that poor performance on a set distance run for time is a predictor for MSK-I risk in both genders ; ( b ) strong evidence that poor performance on timed shuttle runs is a predictor for MSK-I risk in males ; ( c ) moderate evidence in males and limited evidence in females that poor performance on a timed step test is a predictor of MSK-I risk ; and ( d ) limited or insufficient evidence that poor performance on the Cooper run test , maximal and submaximal aerobic grade d exercise tests , and the Conconi test are predictors of MSK-I risk in males or females or both .
Several measures of CRE are risk factors for training-related MSK-I in military and civilian athletic population s , indicating that CRE may be an important measure for MSK-I risk stratification
A systematic review of the association between physical fitness and musculoskeletal injury risk : part 1—cardiorespiratory endurance .
J Strength Cond Res 31(6 ) : 1744–1757 , 2017—Musculoskeletal injuries ( MSK-Is ) are a significant health problem for both military and athletic population s. Research indicates that MSK-I is associated with physical fitness ; however , the association between specific components of physical fitness and MSK-I in military and athletic population s has not been systematic ally examined .