Background Isometric exercise training (IET) is a time-efficient intervention that consistently demonstrates clinically ...

Data sources Systematic searches of MEDLINE and EMBASE, supplemented by manual searches. Eligibility criteria for selecting studies Randomised controlled trials with 3 months minimum follow-up that ...

Despite strong scientific evidence supporting sports injury prevention, implementation in real-world sport settings remains limited. Understanding how prevention is perceived and practised by those ...

Results A total of 26 reports (1912 patients) were included, of which 18 were published before the year 2000 and 8 after. No differences in non-operative treatment were reported between grade I and II ...

Objective To analyse rider’s subjective responses after a standardised bicycle ergonomic adjustment method. Methods Experimental study of 160 healthy, amateur mountain bikers analysed previously and ...

Aim In the clinical setting of acute myocarditis, existing guidelines recommend refraining from moderate-intensity to high-intensity sports for 3–6 months, yet the extent to which these ...

Background/aim Horse riding is a popular sport, which bears the risk of serious injuries. This study aims to assess whether individual factors influence the risk to sustain major injuries. Methods ...

Objective To determine the most important barriers, facilitators and resources identified by rheumatology healthcare providers (HCPs) to supporting physical activity (PA) among individuals with ...

Background There is an established risk of injury to young athletes exposed to high training loads. Identifying and monitoring injury risk is essential to aid prevention. The aim of this study was to ...

Objectives Identifying the prevalence of neuropathic pain components in patients with chronic tendinopathy conditions using the Self-Administered Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs ...

Objectives Effectively supporting the mental health of elite athletes and coaches requires validated tools that assess not only individual-level factors but organisational-level influences. The aim of ...

Introduction The Union Cycliste Internationale, the world cycling governing body, has highlighted its mission to promote and support research in cycling epidemiology and medicine, especially for the ...