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Introduction. Kinesiotaping (KT) is an increasingly popular procedure used in the rehabilitation and biological restitution of athletes. Aim of Study. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of kinesiotaping in assisting the training of amateur tennis players. Material and Methods. Study participants comprised 22 male amateur tennis players aged 40-60 years, taking part in a minimum of two training sessions per week. The participants were divided into two equal groups. Group 1 underwent muscle and ligament KT in the shoulder area. The tapes were applied four times, for seven days each time. Prior to each intervention, the movement range of the shoulder joint and the velocity and precision of the serve were measured (via the ITF test). The measurements were repeated after four weeks. Group 2 (control) underwent the same measurements but without the application of KT. Differences between the results of individual measurements were determined using the Wilcoxon matched-pairs test, and differences between the groups were determined using the Mann-Whitney U test, with a level of significance of p ≤ 0.05. Results. Group 1 showed a significant improvement in serve precision (p < 0.01). In Group 2, the results of both measurements were similar. Group 1 showed a higher serve speed both prior to and after the fourweek intervention. The difference between the first and second measurements was statistically significant (p < 0.01). Group 1 also showed a significant improvement in the movement range of the shoulder joint, albeit only on their dominant side (with applied KT). Conclusions. The muscle and ligament application of KT may improve the velocity and precision of the serve in tennis. The use of the aforementioned method to assist in the training of tennis players seems justified.
Introduction. The main objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of a warm-up programme that incorporated static and progressive stretching exercises in minimising the functional limitations of the locomotor system. Materials and Methods. The study consisted of 70 women and 18 men. The subjects performed Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and Core Muscle Strength and Stability Test (CMS&ST) twice. The first, it did not include warm up, which was in accordance with the authors’ recommendations. Next, after a week, students were randomly divided into two groups and the tests were carried out again. Before the second examination Group I performed warm-up with static stretching exercises, while Group II did a warm-up consisting of progressive stretching exercises. The students participating in the study were also asked to fill a custom survey. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to evaluate the differences between the groups, and the Wilcoxon’s test was used to evaluate the differences between the measurements, with minimal statistical significance set at p ≤ 0.05. Results. The study showed that static and progressive stretching has a positive impact on minimising the functional limitations of the locomotor system measured with the Functional Movement Screen test. The differences between the first and the second measurement in the women’s Group I and II, and the men’s Group I and II were statistically significant. (Group I women – p < 0.001; Group II women – p < 0.001; Group I men – p < 0.001; Group II men – p = 0.003). Conclusions. Both static and progressive stretching may have a positive impact on minimising the functional limitations of the locomotor system. It is desirable to incorporate that kind of exercises into the supplementary training plan (warm-up/suplementary exercises).
Introduction. Thermography is a one of new non-invasive method using to assess the impact of physiotherapeutic treatment for the human body. Aim of Study. The purpose of this study was the qualification of dependence between application of classical massage of hand and forearm and the temperature of muscles surface of the upper limb and the strength of hand and the range of motion in radio-carpal joint. Material and Methods. The research embraced 12 men aged 19-23 years. The Flir A325 camera was used for thermal imaging. The measurement of hand strength was made by means of analog dynamometer, and the range of motion in radio-carpal joint – was measured with the goniometer. All tests and measurements were performed twice – directly before and after the massage of hand and forearm (the right limb). Classical massage was performed on the dorsal and palmar surface of the hand and on front and back of the forearm. Results. After the massage the superficial temperature of massaged (studied) limb significantly rose. There was also noted some essential difference of temperature of the back surface of the limb not being massaged (control). One did not, however, observe any differences of temperature of the front surface of the left forearm and shoulder. The broadening of the range of motion in radio-carpal joint of the right limb (in all surfaces) was shown. There were no characteristic differences in the hand strength measured with the dynamometer before and after applied massage. Conclusions. The classical massage, though it increases the temperature of muscles and affects the enlargement of effort tolerance, is not a sufficient means for preparation to physical effort. Due to massage, the range of motion in the joint of massaged limb broadened, therefore, the effect of applied treatment is mostly loosening.
Background. Regular physical activity allows maintenance of physical fitness at an optimal level and also contributes to greater care for other elements of a healthy lifestyle. The promotion of physical activity should be one of the tasks of health professionals, including physiotherapists. The aim of this study was to assess physical activity levels of physiotherapy students. Material and methods. This study involved 853 students (634 women and 219 men) of the Faculty of Physiotherapy of the Medical University of Warsaw (444 first-year students and 409 second-year students). The research tools were the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – short version (IPAQ-SF) and the author’s own survey to obtain information on the type of physical activity and reasons for taking it up or not. Results. Men had significantly higher levels of physical activity than women (p<0.001). The physical activity levels of second-year female students were higher than those of first-year female students (p=0.026). Among men, there was no significant difference between first and second-year students. Conclusions. More than half of those surveyed do not engage in any physical activity outside of curriculum activities. The results obtained in this study may form the basis for continuing research with the participation of various groups of subjects and using more advanced technologies and research tools.
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