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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
196 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2017-09-27
2021-08-31
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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Multiple risk factors for HSMS have been identified. Perhaps the strongest modifiable risk factor associated with HSMS is an imbalance between quadriceps and hamstring strength, specifically the eccentric hamstrings and concentric quadriceps strength ratio. The rationale is that sufficient eccentric capacity of the hamstring muscles is necessary to offset the concentric quadriceps contraction during the terminal swing phase of running. Not surprisingly, prevention programs that emphasize eccentric hamstring strengthening have been effective in reduction of HSMS injury rates.Prospective studies have demonstrated mixed results regarding the relationship between hamstring flexibility and hamstring injury, and the effectiveness of a flexibility program for reduction of the incidence of HSMS remains controversial. Stretching duration, frequency, timing of stretching relative to sports activities and the type of stretch being performed have been suggested as important factors in the effectiveness of a flexibility program at reducing injury occurrence. In addition, reduced hip flexor and quadriceps flexibility has been identified as a risk factor for HSMS. Further investigation is necessary to determine if a flexibility program that addresses both anterior and posterior thigh musculature reduces injury risk. The role of neuromuscular (NM) deficits as a risk factor in HSMS injuries is unclear. Inclusion of NM exercises in a six week training period improved lower extremity control and movement discrimination, which has been suggested to contribute to HSMS injury prevention. However, the impact of a NM injury prevention program on HSMS rates has not been established.
Sheer wave elastography (SWE) represents an emerging imaging technology. This real-time imaging technique evaluates the local mechanical properties of muscles. Thus, SWE has the potential to provide more sensitive insight into muscle stiffness than flexibility assessment. Recent studies have utilized this technique to evaluate the effect of lower extremity positioning on hamstring stiffness. The relationship between stiffness measures obtained using SWE and HSMS has not, however, been established.
Key gaps in knowledge regarding HSMS injury prevention programs remain. Most critically, the effectiveness of HSMS prevention programs among basketball athletes is unknown. Furthermore, the comparative effectiveness of eccentric, flexibility, and NM training for reduction of HSMS injuries is also unknown. Assessment of lower extremity strength, rate of power production, flexibility, and stiffness (captured with SWE) may elucidate the mechanisms underlying the effectiveness of injury prevention training, and aid in enhancement of injury prevention programs. Thus, the potential impact of this proposal is profound as our investigative team aims to fill these gaps in knowledge. Ultimately, the results of this study have the potential to 1) reduce injuries among basketball athletes and consequently enhance and lengthen athletic careers, 2) provide scientific rationale underlying the effects of HSMS injury prevention training, and 3) determine if a novel ultrasound imaging technique may be effective in determining risk for HSMS.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
PREVENTION
SINGLE
Study Groups
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Flexibility
Stretching exercise
Stretching
Lower extremity flexibility exercises will be performed
Strength
Eccentric hamstring strengthening exercise
Strengthening
Eccentric hamstring strengthening exercises will be performed
Neuromuscular
Balance exercise
Neuromuscular
Dynamic lower extremity balance and movement control exercises will be performed
Control
No exercise
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Stretching
Lower extremity flexibility exercises will be performed
Strengthening
Eccentric hamstring strengthening exercises will be performed
Neuromuscular
Dynamic lower extremity balance and movement control exercises will be performed
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* school agreement to participate in study
Exclusion Criteria
* lower extremity or back surgery within 1 year of study enrollment
* presence of neurological disease
14 Years
18 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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General Electric
INDUSTRY
TRIA Orthopaedic Center
OTHER
Mayo Clinic
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Nathan D. Schilaty
Principal Investigator
Principal Investigators
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Nathan Schilaty, DC, PhD
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Mayo Clinic
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, United States
Countries
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Mayo Clinic Clinical Trials
Other Identifiers
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17-003905
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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