Differences and correlations between horizontal and vertical single-leg jump performance, dynamic balance, and ankle dorsiflexion range of motion in male amateur rugby players according to playing positions

AbstractObjectivesTo explore the differences and correlations in the Y-Balance Test (YBT) scores, ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion (ADF ROM), single-leg drop jump (SLDJ) and single-leg hop for distance (SLHD) in amateur male rugby players by playing positions and limb dominance. DesignCross-sectio...

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Published in:Journal of bodywork and movement therapies 2024-04, Vol.38, p.281-288
Main Authors: Tondelli, Eduardo, Kenny, Ian C, Comyns, Thomas M, Zabaloy, Santiago
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Ankle Joint - physiology
Athletic performance
Athletic Performance - physiology
Balance assessment
Cross-Sectional Studies
Football - physiology
Humans
Male
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Postural Balance - physiology
Range of Motion, Articular - physiology
Rugby union
Unilateral training
Young Adult
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Summary:AbstractObjectivesTo explore the differences and correlations in the Y-Balance Test (YBT) scores, ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion (ADF ROM), single-leg drop jump (SLDJ) and single-leg hop for distance (SLHD) in amateur male rugby players by playing positions and limb dominance. DesignCross-sectional study. SettingArgentinian amateur rugby club. ParticipantsMale (n = 58) senior amateur rugby players. Main outcome measuresADF ROM, YBT (anterior [AN], posteromedial, posterolateral, and composite [COM]), SLDJ and SLHD performances. ResultsForwards demonstrated different anthropometric traits than backs (p 
ISSN:1360-8592
1532-9283
DOI:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.01.033