The Influence of high kinesiophobia on dynamic postural stability among females with patellofemoral pain syndrome during a single-leg squat test

Amjad Shallan, Bodor Bin sheeha, Hadeel Almimi, Adnan Wshah, Saker M. Obaidat, Ahmad Muhsen, Mohanad Hawamdeh, Saad Al-Nassan

Amjad Shallan et al. – The Influence of high kinesiophobia on dynamic postural stability among females with patellofemoral pain syndrome during a single-leg squat test –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(4); 412-417

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG01A8F7G9

Abstract
Objective. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of Kinesiophobia level on postural stability during Single Leg Squat Test (SLST) in females with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).
Methods. Forty women with PFPS were divided into a High Kinesiophobia level group (HK), a Low Kinesiophobia level group (LK), and a pain-free control group of twenty participants. Postural stability was measured during the performance of the Single Leg Squat Test (SLST) on a force platform. The centre of pressure (COP) excursion and velocity were recorded.
Results. The HK group had a significantly higher mean medial–lateral and anterior-posterior COP displacement compared to the LK and control groups. However, the results showed no significant differences in COP variables (velocity and displacement) between LK and healthy subjects. Muscle strength of participants with PFPS presented a significant deficit compared to healthy control group.
Conclusions. High Kinesiophobia negatively affects postural stability during the SLST. Kinesiophobia should be considered during the assessment and management of PFPS.
Key words
postural stability, patellofemoral pain syndrome, kinesiophobia, centre of pressure, single leg squat test
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Optimization of U-23 futsal player selection through a simple additive weighting approach

Ari Kusuma Wardana, Andri Arif Kustiawan

Ari Kusuma Wardana, Andri Arif Kustiawan – Optimization of U-23 futsal player selection through a simple additive weighting approach –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(4); 407-411

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG01A8D6E8

Abstract
 Futsal playing skills are the main support in successfully achieving the goals of the game. There are several underlying techniques that every player needs to master, including passing, dribbling, controlling, chipping and shooting. This study aims to optimize the selection process for the best futsal players using the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) method. The SAW method was chosen because of its ability to combine various selection criteria into one composite score, which makes decision-making easier.
This research involves analyzing the needs of a futsal group to determine the relevant criteria and weights in selecting a group of players, such as passing, control, dribbling, chipping, and shooting. These indicators provide a more comprehensive picture of the capabilities and potential of the player group. Potential futsal group data are collected and processed using the SAW method with a weighted sum of the performance ratings for each alternative from all attributes. The SAW method requires a matrix normalization process on a scale that can be compared with all existing alternative ratings to produce objective and transparent ratings for the player groups. Based on the results of calculations using the SAW method, the assessment results for the prospective group of futsal players were obtained based on the specified criteria and weights. The highest score was achieved by Banyumas 1 with a score of 0.85. The research results show that the application of the SAW method in the selection process for futsal players increases the efficiency and accuracy of selecting new players. By using this approach, Porprov can more easily identify the best candidates to meet their needs.
Key words
selection of futsal players, simple additive weighting method, effective, accurate
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The impact of suboccipital muscle inhibition on postural stability in young individuals

Weronika Zamara, Idzi Siatkowski, Małgorzata Wójcik

 

Weronika Zamara, Idzi Siatkowski, Małgorzata Wójcik – The analysis of the relationship between blood pressure and cardiovascular capacity in the elderlies –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(1); 42-47

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG2EF8369

Abstract
Introduction. Postural stability is the result of cooperation between the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. The stability of standing posture ensures the spatial arrangement of the body, where the center of gravity falls within the center of the support base. FHT (Forward Head Posture) increases the extension in the occipito-cervical joint and upper cervical spine, deepening the flexion of the lower cervical segment, causing improper contraction of the suboccipital muscles. Disorders in the tone of the suboccipital muscles may affect the balance.
Objective. The research hypothesis was made that a single 4-minute suboccipital muscle inhibition procedure influences the change in postural stability values with open and closed eyes in individuals with cranio vertebral angle (CVA) within the normal range and below.
Materials and Methods. Healthy participants (10 women and 8 men) with an age of 22.7 ± 0.58. The participants took part in the study. They were classified into research groups based on the CVA angle assessment. Postural stability analysis used the Koordynacja stabilometric platform. Measurements were taken with open and closed eyes, before and immediately after suboccipital muscle inhibition.
Results. The suboccipital muscle inhibition was observed to affect anterior-posterior (A-P) displacements in group A (CVA < 50) p-value = 0.0168, with no significant impact in group
B (CVA ≥ 50), p-value = 0.3695.
Conclusion. A single 4-minute suboccipital muscle inhibition procedure does not significantly influence postural stability parameters in the examined groups, except for A-P displacements with open  eyes in the CVA < 50 group.
Keywords
suboccipital muscle, postural stability
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