Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers

# Background Few studies have quantified dynamic balance in fencers despite previous suggestions that balance training may be beneficial for these athletes. Generally, asymmetry in dynamic balance performance between the left and right legs can be an indicator of lower extremity injury risk and use...

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Autores principales:	Nader Abdelkader, Stephen H.M. Brown, Tyson A.C. Beach, Samuel J. Howarth
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Publicado:	North American Sports Medicine Institute 2021
Materias:	Sports medicine RC1200-1245
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spelling	oai:doaj.org-article:ac3a318fca0447819ad9a0f396e0dc212021-12-02T00:38:45ZDynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers2159-2896https://doaj.org/article/ac3a318fca0447819ad9a0f396e0dc212021-12-01T00:00:00Zhttps://ijspt.scholasticahq.com/article/29852-dynamic-balance-is-similar-between-lower-extremities-in-elite-fencers.pdfhttps://doaj.org/toc/2159-2896# Background Few studies have quantified dynamic balance in fencers despite previous suggestions that balance training may be beneficial for these athletes. Generally, asymmetry in dynamic balance performance between the left and right legs can be an indicator of lower extremity injury risk and used to monitor rehabilitation progress. Fencing is recognized as an asymmetric sport, therefore, differences in dynamic balance may exist among uninjured athletes. # Hypothesis/Purpose The primary objective of this investigation was to evaluate whether asymmetry of dynamic balance is present in uninjured national-level fencers. It was hypothesized that elite uninjured fencers would demonstrate superior dynamic balance on the lead-leg of their fencing stance. A secondary objective was to compare dynamic balance performance of elite fencers to previously published data from high-level athletes participating in other sports. # Study Design Descriptive Laboratory Study # Methods Fourteen uninjured elite competitive fencers were recruited. Subjects self-reported the lead leg of their fencing stance. Each participant performed the Y-Balance test (YBT), which represented a measurement of dynamic balance control, on both legs. Reach distances were recorded directly from a commercially available YBT apparatus. Four reach distances were recorded: anterior, posteromedial, posterolateral, and a composite measure was calculated. Distances were leg length-normalized and expressed as a percentage. Sample averages and standard deviations were derived for the four YBT measurements. # Results There were no significant differences in reaching distance between the lead and trail legs in any of the four YBT measures (p ≥ 0.65). Fencers appeared to demonstrate larger normalized reach distances in the posterolateral and posteromedial directions than other athletes. # Conclusions The results of this study indicate that dynamic balance is not significantly different between the lead and trail legs in elite fencers, despite the asymmetrical nature of their sport. The apparent symmetry of dynamic balance control in uninjured fencers means that the YBT could be used in this population for monitoring progress during training and rehabilitation. # Level of Evidence 2bNader AbdelkaderStephen H.M. BrownTyson A.C. BeachSamuel J. HowarthNorth American Sports Medicine InstitutearticleSports medicineRC1200-1245ENInternational Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, Vol 16, Iss 6 (2021)
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description	# Background Few studies have quantified dynamic balance in fencers despite previous suggestions that balance training may be beneficial for these athletes. Generally, asymmetry in dynamic balance performance between the left and right legs can be an indicator of lower extremity injury risk and used to monitor rehabilitation progress. Fencing is recognized as an asymmetric sport, therefore, differences in dynamic balance may exist among uninjured athletes. # Hypothesis/Purpose The primary objective of this investigation was to evaluate whether asymmetry of dynamic balance is present in uninjured national-level fencers. It was hypothesized that elite uninjured fencers would demonstrate superior dynamic balance on the lead-leg of their fencing stance. A secondary objective was to compare dynamic balance performance of elite fencers to previously published data from high-level athletes participating in other sports. # Study Design Descriptive Laboratory Study # Methods Fourteen uninjured elite competitive fencers were recruited. Subjects self-reported the lead leg of their fencing stance. Each participant performed the Y-Balance test (YBT), which represented a measurement of dynamic balance control, on both legs. Reach distances were recorded directly from a commercially available YBT apparatus. Four reach distances were recorded: anterior, posteromedial, posterolateral, and a composite measure was calculated. Distances were leg length-normalized and expressed as a percentage. Sample averages and standard deviations were derived for the four YBT measurements. # Results There were no significant differences in reaching distance between the lead and trail legs in any of the four YBT measures (p ≥ 0.65). Fencers appeared to demonstrate larger normalized reach distances in the posterolateral and posteromedial directions than other athletes. # Conclusions The results of this study indicate that dynamic balance is not significantly different between the lead and trail legs in elite fencers, despite the asymmetrical nature of their sport. The apparent symmetry of dynamic balance control in uninjured fencers means that the YBT could be used in this population for monitoring progress during training and rehabilitation. # Level of Evidence 2b
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title	Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers
title_short	Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers
title_full	Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers
title_fullStr	Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers
title_full_unstemmed	Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers
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publisher	North American Sports Medicine Institute
publishDate	2021
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Dynamic Balance is Similar Between Lower Extremities in Elite Fencers

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