Background The popularity of running is still growing and, as participation increases, the
incidence of running-related injuries will also rise. Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is the most …

Background More than half of the recurrent hamstring injuries occur within the first month
after return-to-play (RTP). Although there are numerous studies on RTP, comparisons are …

Objective To synthesize and present reference values for quadriceps and hamstrings
strength tests in healthy athletes who play pivoting sports and in athletes with anterior …

Background: Hamstring injuries are the most common muscle injuries in soccer, and they
have a high rate of recurrence. Eccentric hamstrings strength is recognized as an important …

There are three major questions about return to play (RTP) after hamstring injuries: How
should RTP be defined? Which medical criteria should support the RTP decision? And who …

Purpose To define based on expert opinion and practical experience using a systematic and
scientific approach,(1) the perceived most effective exercise-based strategies to prevent …

Background The incidence of soccer (football) injuries is among the highest in sports.
Despite this high rate, insufficient evidence is available on the efficacy of preventive training …

Background: In soccer, although hamstring flexibility is thought to play a major role in
preventing hamstring injuries, the relationship between hamstring flexibility and hamstring …

Strength testing is a key part of rehabilitation and return to sport (RTS) decision making for
football players after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Isokinetic testing has …

Background Hamstring injuries are the most common muscle injury in male amateur soccer
players and have a high rate of recurrence, often despite extensive treatment and long …