Using publicly available data, this study investigates the feasibility of Australia's commitment to increase sport participation among people with disabilities by 500,000 in the lead up to the 2032 Paralympic Games.
Read: zurl.co/THEwv
#JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports
In a randomised controlled trial, this study aims to evaluate and compare the effects of multi-angle isometric and dynamic resistance training on several fitness indicators in healthy adults.
Read: zurl.co/UMuTs #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports#research#sportsmedicine
This study examined the usability and acceptability of a newly developed support needs assessment tool from the perspectives of people with disability, health professionals, community-based fitness professionals, and relevant researchers.
Read: zurl.co/RyIIw
This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of research assessing voluntary activation of the ankle plantar flexors using established techniques.
Read: zurl.co/KJTif #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports#journal#research#sportsmedicine#ankle#lowerlimb
Using a web-based iron questionnaire, this study aimed to assess iron-related knowledge among female athletes and support staff, and to explore factors influencing iron deficiency management practices among practitioners.
Read: zurl.co/NOcUf #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience
A new study by Edwards et al. used 3D motion capture of 455 rugby tackles to identify the modifiable components of tackle technique that predict inertial head kinematics of both the tackler and ball carrier.
Read: zurl.co/sU8b7 #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports
Children and adolescents with disability experience lower physical activity levels and face barriers to sport participation. This study used survey and interview data to assess the suitability of multi-sport activity days to address these issues.
Read: zurl.co/Uupgv
In a cross-sectional study, Nyitrai et al. found a lack of consensus and understanding among skill raters as to what constitutes proficient motor skill performance.
Read: zurl.co/yGU7K #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine #swimming
This study by Aoyama et al. investigates how infant weight gain and motor development can predict adiposity and physical activity during childhood and preadolescence.
Read: zurl.co/cm3BF
#JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine
This paper investigates how senior-level UK skaters train, manage workload, approach nutrition, and experience injury, offering valuable data to inform safer training strategies and improved athlete education. Read: zurl.co/pbZij
#riskreduction #sportsresearch
This study by O'Rourke et al. aimed to explore children’s, caregivers', and coaches' perceptions of the coaching role in recreational sport programs that involve children with and without disabilities. Read: zurl.co/gWesT #sportscience #research #youthinsport
Looking forward to working with our amazing coinvestigator team Prof Andre La Gerche, Dr Nathan Luies & Dr James Marangou
#cardiovascularresearch
Thank you @heartfoundation for supporting our Hearts in FOCUS program.
We are delighted to be able to do this research. We will codesign a culturally-safe cardiac screening program for young First Nations people in remote northern Australia in a community sporting setting.
This pilot study in professional #rugby tracked biomechanics and #selfefficacy across rehab phases, finding strong links. Results support an interdisciplinary #rehabilitation approach to optimise #injuryrecovery and safe return to sport.
👀 zurl.co/sQS5e
Participation-focused #physicalactivity interventions build not just skills but meaningful #participation. This study explored the ‘Run Club’ for adolescents with #cerebralpalsy, mapping delivery and experiences to the #fPRC framework.
🔗 zurl.co/uGJFE
Our review just out: Associations Between Common Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis Treatments and All-Cause Mortality
www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13...
Key finding: Exercise and GLP-1 RA prescription are associated with reduced all-cause mortality.
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www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13... Associations between common hip and knee osteoarthritis treatments and all-cause mortality pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40941581
Ultra-endurance racing is booming but brings risks from cardiac strain to heat stroke. This study audits global pre-race screening and harm reduction, exposing gaps and opportunities to strengthen #athletesafety in #ultraendurance and #sportsmedicine.
👉 zurl.co/w64Lm
This ABC story on the financial impact of AFL injuries draws on research recently published in JSAMS Plus.
Read the full article here: zurl.co/fJWBU
Ahead of the #Brisbane2032 Paralympics, Australia has pledged to boost #sport among people with #disability by 500,000. This study maps the disability population and activity levels to guide how the Games can deliver the most #inclusive legacy.
👀 Read: zurl.co/mTUXH
Exploring how isometric vs dynamic resistance training shape strength, hypertrophy, recovery & performance, this pilot study aims to fill key gaps & guide future training guidelines.
🔗 zurl.co/cJLTc
#jsamsplus #resistancetraining #isometrictraining #exercisephysiology
Injuries and illnesses cost #AFL clubs more than just missed matches. This study quantifies the #salaryimpact of #match-loss injuries at a professional AFL club, offering a model to inform #preventionstrategies and resource planning across elite sport.
🔗zurl.co/mlqnS
Our new book recently published covering injuries, lumbar stress fractures and all other Sports Science Sports Medicine in our great sport of Cricket link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
Chronic adductor-related #groinpain is common in athletes and often resists standard treatment. This study explores the short-term impact of #botulinumtoxin A injections into the #adductorlongus, showing potential to reduce pain and improve function.
👉 zurl.co/n3Lux
Are #exercisetrials in #cerebralpalsy truly representative? This review found major gaps in participant diversity and sample #homogeneity, raising concerns about the validity and generalisability of the evidence.
👀 Read at zurl.co/bHv3v
Young #FirstNationsAustralians in the #NT face #SCD rates up to 15 times the national average. A new study urges culturally safe, community-led #screening from age 18, with support from mobile services, role models, and sport-based outreach.
🔗 Read: zurl.co/qqXVb
Call for Papers 📢
VSI: Concussion prevention and surveillance
Special issue seeking original research and reviews on reducing #concussion and #headimpacts through surveillance, rule changes, equipment, and training.
Deadline: 1 Dec 2025.
👉 Learn more: zurl.co/H4MDj
#Childhoodcancer survivors face #chronichealth risks & #lowactivity. #Exercise helps reduce long-term effects, but support is limited. The #MERRIERstudy offers tailored, remote programs to help survivors stay active and overcome access barriers.
👉 Read: zurl.co/SxP8t
#AllAbilitiesTouchFootball promotes #inclusion for diverse players but needs a classification framework for #faircompetition. This study provides the first player performance analysis to guide its development.
👀 Read via 'Volume 5' link in bio.
This #protocol aims to develop and evaluate #MakingMoves, a co-designed online #physicalactivity program that improves access and supports physical activity for #childhoodcancer #survivors aged 8-21, regardless of their location.
🔗 Read here: zurl.co/Qv9Xn