Impact of Lower-Limb Asymmetries on Physical Performance in Adolescent Female Tennis Players
Author Information
Author(s): Moreno-Apellaniz Nagore, Villanueva-Guerrero Oscar, Villavicencio-Álvarez Víctor Emilio, Calero-Morales Santiago, Mainer-Pardos Elena
Primary Institution: Health Sciences Faculty, Universidad San Jorge, Zaragoza, Spain
Hypothesis
This study aimed to determine the correlation between interlimb asymmetries and physical performance metrics in adolescent female tennis players.
Conclusion
Jumping tests are important indicators of performance loss in female tennis players, while asymmetries in change of direction do not affect jump performance or speed.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant relationships were found between CMJ asymmetry and HJR and HJL.
- HJ asymmetry was significantly related to multiple jump performance variables.
- No significant correlation was found between COD asymmetry and performance tests.
Takeaway
This study found that if tennis players have uneven strength in their legs, it can make them jump worse, but it doesn't seem to affect how fast they can change direction.
Methodology
The study evaluated physical performance using various jump tests and a sprint test on 25 adolescent female tennis players.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the specific training programs of the participants and environmental factors during testing.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits generalizability, and a larger sample size is recommended for future research.
Participant Demographics
Twenty-five adolescent female tennis players aged 13.29 ± 0.98 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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