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17 July 2008

David M.L. Cooper, Yasmin Ahamed, Heather M. Macdonald, and Heather McKay: Characterizing Cortical Density in the Mid-Tibia: Intra-Individual Variation in Adolescent Girls
BJSM Published Online First: 17 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049528 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

15 July 2008

Tamara D Hew-Butler, Jonathan P Dugas, Timothy D Noakes, and Joseph G Verbalis: Changes in plasma arginine vasopressin concentrations in cyclists participating in a 109 km cycle race
BJSM Published Online First: 15 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049742 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Sveinung Berntsen, Rune Hageberg, Anders Aandstad, Petter Mowinckel, Sigmund A Anderssen, Kai-Hakon Håkon Carlsen, and Lars Bo Andersen: Validity of physical activity monitors in adults participating in free living activities
BJSM Published Online First: 15 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048868 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Laurien M Buffart, Hidde P van der Ploeg, Ben J Smith, John Kurko, Lesley A King, and Adrian E Bauman: General practitioners’ perceptions and practices of physical activity counselling: changes over the past 10 years
BJSM Published Online First: 15 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049577 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Björn Pasternak, Thorsten Schepull, Pernilla Eliasson, and Per Aspenberg: Elevation of systemic matrix metalloproteinase-2 and -7 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-2 in patients with a history of Achilles tendon rupture: pilot study
BJSM Published Online First: 15 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049411 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Richard A Winett, David M Williams, and Brenda M Davy: Initiating and Maintaining Resistance Training in Older Adults: A Social Cognitive Theory-Based Approach
BJSM Published Online First: 15 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049361 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

14 July 2008

Veronica Fagan and Eamonn Delahunt: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome – a review on the associated neuromuscular deficits and current treatment options
BJSM Published Online First: 14 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046623 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Ben Ewald, Mark McEvoy, and John Attia: Step counts superior to physical activity scale for identifying health markers in older adults
BJSM Published Online First: 14 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048827 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

4 July 2008

Paul H Caudill, John A Nyland, Chad E Smith, Jonathan G Yerasimides, and John Lach: Sports Hernias: A Systematic Literature Review
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047373 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Ramin KORDI, Ali Akbarnejad, and Angus W. WALLACE: Catastrophic Injuries in the Olympic styles of wrestling in Iran
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046870 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Victoria L Goosey-Tolfrey, Emma Foden, Claudio Perret, and Hans Degens: Effects of inspiratory muscle training on respiratory function and repetitive sprint performance in wheelchair basketball players
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049486 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Duncan Edward Meuffels, Marein Favejee, Maaike Vissers, Rien Heijboer, Max Reijman, and Jan Verhaar: Ten year follow-up study comparing conservative versus operative treatment of anterior cruciate ligament ruptures. A matched-pair analysis of high level athletes
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049403 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Brendan Humphries, Mitch Duncan, and Kerry Mummery: Prevalence and correlates of resistance training in a regional Australian population
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048975 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Olaf Magerkurth, Arno Frigg, Beat Hintermann, Walter Dick, and Victor Valderrabano: Frontal and lateral characteristics of the osseous configuration in chronic ankle instability
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048462 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Garry T Allison and Sue L Morris: Transversus abdominis and core stability – has the pendulum swung?
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048637 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Mario Bizzini, Astrid Junge, Roald Bahr, Werner Helsen, and Jiri Dvorak: Injuries and musculoskeletal complaints in referees and assistant referees selected for the 2006 FIFA World Cup - Retrospective and prospective survey
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048314 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Kathleen F. Janz, Heather Medema-Johnson, Elena M Letuchy, Trudy L Burns, Julie M Eichenberger Gilmore, James C Torner, Marcia C Willing, and Steven M Levy: Subjective and Objective Measures of Physical Activity in Relationship to Bone Mineral Content during Late Childhood: The Iowa Bone Development Study
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047779 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Alison Cooper, Richard Tong, Richard Neil, David Owens, and Alun Tomkinson: External Auditory Canal Exostoses in White Water Kayakers
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048157 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Barbara Bauce, Gianfranco Frigo MD, PhD, Giampaolo Benini, Pierantonio Michieli MD, PhD, Cristina Basso, Antonio Franco Folino, Ilaria Rigato, Elisa Mazzotti, Luciano Daliento, Gaetano Thiene, and Andrea Nava: Differences and similarities between Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy and athlete's heart adaptions
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.042853 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

LAURENT BOSQUET, SAID MEKARI, DENIS ARVISAIS, and ANDRE E AUBERT: Is heart rate a convenient tool to monitor overreaching? A systematic review of the literature
BJSM Published Online First: 4 July 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.042200 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

15 June 2008

Gavin Davis, David G Kline, Robert J Spinner, Eric I Zager, Mathew J Garberina, Gerald R Williams, and Paul McCrory: Clinics in neurology and neurosurgery - nerve injury
BJSM Published Online First: 15 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048231 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

gavin Davis, Kene Ugokwe, Eric P Roger, Edward C Benzel, Robert C Cantu, Myron Rogers, Jiri Dvorak, and Paul McCrory: Clinics in neurology and neurosurgery - ACCS and transient quadraparesis
BJSM Published Online First: 15 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048264 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

gavin davis, Donald Marion, Bernard George, Olivier Hamel, michael turner, and Paul McCrory: Clinics in neurology and neurosurgery - traumatic cerebral contusion
BJSM Published Online First: 15 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048256 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

gavin Davis, Peter Hamlyn, William R Sears, and paul McCrory: Clinics in neurology and neurosurgery - cervical disc prolapse
BJSM Published Online First: 15 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048249 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

14 June 2008

Rubén Barakat, James R Stirling, and Alejandro Lucia: Does exercise training during pregnancy affect gestational age? A randomised, controlled trial
BJSM Published Online First: 14 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047837 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Nick Webborn, Michael J Price, Paul Castle, and Victoria Goosey-Tolfrey: Cooling strategies improve intermittent sprint performance in the heat of athletes with tetraplegia
BJSM Published Online First: 14 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.043687 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Gavin Davis, Donald W Marion Dr, Peter Le Roux, Edward r laws, and Paul McCrory: Clinics in Neurology and neurosurgery - Extradural and subdural haematoma
BJSM Published Online First: 14 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048215 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Gavin Davis, Gavin Fabinyi, Peter Le Roux, and Paul McCrory: Clinics in neurology and neurosurgery - Cavernoma
BJSM Published Online First: 14 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048223 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

12 June 2008

Teresa Liu-Ambrose, Maureen C Ashe, Carlo Marra, and Physical Activity and Chronic Conditions Research Team: Among Older Adults with Multiple Chronic Conditions, Physical Activity is Independently and Inversely Associated with Health Care Utilization
BJSM Published Online First: 12 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046458 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

6 June 2008

Stuart Clinton Rose and Edith Margret Peters: Ad libitum Adjustments to Fluid Intake in Cool Environmental Conditions Maintain Hydration Status in a Three-Day Mountain Bike Race
BJSM Published Online First: 6 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.049551 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Jeremiah J Peiffer, Chris Richard Abbiss, Bradely A Wall, Greig Watson, Kazunori Nosaka, and Paul B Laursen: Effect of a 5 min cold water immersion recovery on exercise performance in the heat
BJSM Published Online First: 6 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048173 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Kai-Uwe Schmitt, Michaela Nusser, Siegfried Derler, and Peter Boesiger: Analysing the protective potential of padded soccer goalkeeper shorts
BJSM Published Online First: 6 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048058 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Thibaut Guiraud, Luc Léger, Arthur Long, Nicolas Thebault, Jonathan Tremblay, and Philippe Passelergue: VO₂ requirement at different displayed power outputs on five cycle ergometer models-A preliminary study
BJSM Published Online First: 6 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.044826 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

3 June 2008

Giorgio Galanti, Laura Stefani, Loira Toncelli, Maria Concetta Robertina Vono, Roberto Mercuri, and Nicola Maffulli: Effects of sports activity in athletes with bicuspid aortic valve and mild aortic regurgitation
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047407 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Ann M Cools, Dirk C Cambier, and Erik E Witvrouw: SCREENING THE ATHLETE’S SHOULDER FOR IMPINGEMENT SYMPTOMS: A CLINICAL REASONING ALGORITHM FOR EARLY DETECTION OF SHOULDER PATHOLOGY
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048074 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Amanda J Cox, Maree Gleeson, David B Pyne, Philo U Saunders, Robin Callister, and Peter A Fricker: Respiratory symptoms and inflammatory responses to a Difflam^TM throat spray intervention in half-marathon runners: A randomised controlled trial
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048298 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Julia Aneth Mbalilaki, Zablon Masesa, Sigmund Bjarne Strømme, Arne Torbjørn Høstmark, Jan Sundquist, Per Wändell, Annika Rosengren, and Mai-Lis Hellenius: Daily energy expenditure and cardiovascular risk in Masai, rural and urban Bantu Tanzanians
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.044966 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Lin Wang, Ling Qin, Wing-Hoi Cheung, Hong-Bin Lu, Xiao-Hong Yang, Kwok-Sui Leung, and Kai-Ming Chan: A Delayed Bone-Tendon Junction Healing Model Established for Potential Treatment of Related Sports Injuries
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048041 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Chris Richard Abbiss, Leon Straker, Marc Quod, David Martin, and Paul B Laursen: Examining pacing profiles in elite female road cyclists using exposure variation analysis
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047787 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Kelly-Ann Bowles, Julie R Steele, and Bridget Munro: What are the breast support choices of Australian females during physical activity?
BJSM Published Online First: 3 June 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046219 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

28 May 2008

Richard Budgett, Natalie Hiscock, Ricardo M Arida, and Linda M Castell: The effects of the 5-HT2C agonist m-chlorophenylpiperazine on elite athletes suffering from unexplained underperformance syndrome (overtraining)
BJSM Published Online First: 28 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046425 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

22 May 2008

Julien Tripette, Philippe Connes, Mona Hedreville, Maryse Etienne-Julan, Laurent Marlin, Olivier Hue, and Marie-Dominique Hardy-Dessources: Patterns of exercise-related inflammatory response in sickle cell trait carriers
BJSM Published Online First: 22 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047530 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Martin Fahlström and Håkan Alfredson: Ultrasound and Doppler findings in the Achilles tendon among middle-aged recreational floor-ball players in direct relation to a match
BJSM Published Online First: 22 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047316 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Christopher R. King, Bruce B Forster, and Mike K Gilbart: I-Test: Imaging Interlude <br> Case #1: Young female with hip pain and clicking
BJSM Published Online First: 22 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048066 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Nicholas P West, David B Pyne, Jennelle M Kyd, Gillian MC Renshaw, Peter A Fricker, and Allan W Cripps: The effect of exercise on innate mucosal immunity
BJSM Published Online First: 22 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046532 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

16 May 2008

Jihaan Hassan, Janjaap van der Net, Paul JM Helders, Berent J Prakken, and Tim Takken: Six-minute Walk Test in Children with Chronic Conditions
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048512 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Kerith Dana Aginsky and Timothy David Noakes: "Why it is difficult to detect an illegally bowled cricket delivery with either the naked eye or usual two-dimensional video analysis"
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047266 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Haeleigh M Albon, Michael J Hamlin, and Jenny J Ross: Secular trends and distributional changes in health and fitness performance variables of 10-14 year old New Zealand children between 1991 and 2003
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047142 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

David Bishop, Johann Edge, and Robert Suriano: Effects of cycle strategy and fibre composition on muscle glycogen depletion pattern and subsequent running economy
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.046029 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Ida Buist, Steef W. Bredeweg, Bram Bessem, Willem Van Mechelen, Koen A.P.M. Lemmink, and Ron L. Diercks: Incidence and risk factors of Running-Related Injuries during preparation for a four-mile recreational running event
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.044677 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Tess J Harris, Christopher G Owen, Christina R Victor, Rika Adams, and Derek Gordon Cook: What factors are associated with physical activity in older people, assessed objectively by accelerometry?
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048033 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Christine M Friedenreich and Anne E Cust: Physical Activity and Breast Cancer Risk: Impact of Timing, Type and Dose of Activity and Population Sub-group Effects
BJSM Published Online First: 16 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2006.029132 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

7 May 2008

Roy J Shephard: Mass ECG Screening of Young Athletes
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048843 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Mya Lay Sein, Judie Walton, James Linklater, Richard Appleyard, Brent Kirkbride, Donald Kuah, and George AC Murrell: Shoulder Pain in Elite Swimmers: Primarily Due to Swim-volume-induced Supraspinatus Tendinopathy
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.047282 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Louise S Conwell, Stewart G Trost, Luke Spence, Wendy J Brown, and Jennifer A Batch: The Feasibility of a Home-Based Moderate-Intensity Physical Activity Intervention in Obese Children and Adolescents
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046359 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Eadric Bressel and Dan Parker: Effect of Graded Bicycle Seat Pressure on Perineal Compression: An MRI Analysis
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046227 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Francisco B Ortega, Jonatan R Ruiz, Anita Hurtig-Wennlöf, Germán Vicente-Rodriguez, Nico S Rizzo, Manuel J Castillo, and Michael Sjöström: Cardiovascular fitness modifies the associations between physical activity and abdominal adiposity in children and adolescents. The European Youth Heart Study
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.046391 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

Jill Cook: Jumping on bandwagons: Taking the right clinical message from research
BJSM Published Online First: 7 May 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048629 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

28 April 2008

Alison V September, Jill Cook, Christopher J Handley, Lize van der Merwe, Martin P Schwellnus, and Malcolm Collins: Variants within the COL5A1 gene are associated with achilles tendinopathy in two populations
BJSM Published Online First: 28 April 2008. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2008.048793 [Abstract] [Accepted Manuscript]

23 April 2008

FG Beltrami, T Hew-Butler, and TD Noakes