Neuromuscular Training for Sports Injury Prevention
A March 2010 systematic review conducted in Germany underscores the value of neuromuscular training in preventing sports injuries. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the effectiveness of proprioceptive/neuromuscular training in preventing sports injuries by using the best available evidence.
7 methodologically well-conducted studies were considered for this review. Pooled analysis revealed that multi-intervention training was effective in reducing the risk of lower limb injuries, acute knee injuries, and ankle sprain injuries. Balance training alone resulted in a significant risk reduction of ankle sprain injuries and a nonsignificant risk reduction for injuries overall. Exercise interventions were more effective in athletes with a history of sports injury than in those without.
They concluded that "On the basis of the results of seven high-quality studies, this review showed evidence for the effectiveness of proprioceptive/ neuromuscular training in reducing the incidence of certain types of sports injuries among adolescent and young adult athletes during pivoting sports."
Source: Hubscher M, Zech A, Pfeifer K, Hansel F, Vogt L, Banzer W. Neuromuscular training for sports injury prevention: a systematic review. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 2010 (Mar);42(3):413-421.
Dr. David P. Chen
Chiropractor in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel Regional Chiropractic
www.laurelregionalchiropractic.com
7 methodologically well-conducted studies were considered for this review. Pooled analysis revealed that multi-intervention training was effective in reducing the risk of lower limb injuries, acute knee injuries, and ankle sprain injuries. Balance training alone resulted in a significant risk reduction of ankle sprain injuries and a nonsignificant risk reduction for injuries overall. Exercise interventions were more effective in athletes with a history of sports injury than in those without.
They concluded that "On the basis of the results of seven high-quality studies, this review showed evidence for the effectiveness of proprioceptive/ neuromuscular training in reducing the incidence of certain types of sports injuries among adolescent and young adult athletes during pivoting sports."
Source: Hubscher M, Zech A, Pfeifer K, Hansel F, Vogt L, Banzer W. Neuromuscular training for sports injury prevention: a systematic review. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 2010 (Mar);42(3):413-421.
Dr. David P. Chen
Chiropractor in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel Regional Chiropractic
www.laurelregionalchiropractic.com
4/8/2010 7:53:12 AM
Written by Dr. David P. Chen
Dr. David P. Chen received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the National University of Health and Sciences, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Purdue University. Dr. Chen believes in treating patients by using the latest and most effective chiropractic t...
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The same thing was told to me by my Dallas physical therapist about neuromuscular training. And I can say it's effective. It keeps my joints stable. No injuries so far.
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