International Journal of Healthcare Education & Medical Informatics (ISSN: 2455-9199)

Analysing the Effect of FIFA 11+ Programme for Improving Agility and Explosive Strength among Football Players

Suryaprakash Nagaraj — 2024-12-27

Introduction: Football is a dynamic game, which involves numerous injuries. The FIFA 11+ programme was developed by FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) for the better performance and injury prevention of elite athletes. This study aims to analyse how this specific protocol influences the preventi on of injury by assessing the indirect correlation of agility and explosive strength on injury prevention.
Materials And Method: Thirty subjects were included in this research work and were divided into the Experimental and Control groups. The total study duration was 8 weeks. The FIFA 11+ programme was given to the Experimental group and regular training was given to the Control group. Pre- and post-test evaluations were done on the variables of agility and explosive strength with agility t test and vertical jump test.
Results: Experimental group showed better clinical significance than
Control Group for agility and explosive strength with t values of 5.4 and 5.7, respectively (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: The FIFA 11+ programme was helpful in preventing injuries
and improving performance among collegiate football players.

How to cite this article:
Nagaraj S, Vimal C B, Sivagnanam D, Manoharlal M. Analysing the Eff ect of FIFA 11+ Programme for Improving Agility and Explosive Strength
among Football Players. Int. J. HealthCare Edu. & Med. Inform. 2024;11(1&2):1-3

DOI: htt ps://doi.org/10.24321/2455.9199.202401

Efficacy of Active Straight Leg Raise (ASLR) Versus Passive Straight Leg Raise (PSLR) on Hamstring Extensibility among Short Hamstring Syndrome Population

Sanjana — 2024-06-30

Background of the Study: The research question addressed in this study is: How effective are the ASLR and PSLR techniques in improving hamstring tightness and range of motion among individuals with short hamstring syndrome? The condition where the hamstring muscles are shorter than usual is called short hamstring syndrome. It has been demonstrated that the ASLR and PSLR techniques effectively reduce hamstring tightness and increase range of motion. This research aims to help determine how well these methods work for those with short
hamstring syndrome.
Method: 100 subjects were selected for the study. ASLR group was given the active straight leg raise technique, and the PSLR group was given the passive straight leg raise technique for a 4-week treatment course. The study parameters include a Sit and reach test for hamstring tightness and an Active knee extension test for a range of motion pre-test and post-test comparison done between the groups.
Results: There is a significant difference between the two treatments (ASLR group and PSLR group) in terms of improvement in hamstring tightness (t = 9.9, p = 0.000 > 0.05). There is a significant difference between the two treatments (ASLR group and PSLR group) in terms of improvement in range of motion (t = 7.2, p = 0.000 > 0.05).
Conclusion: ASLR treatment was more effective than PSLR treatment in terms of changes in all the outcome measures.

How to cite this article: Sanjana, Subramanian S S, Purushothaman S. Efficacy of Active Straight Leg Raise (ASLR) Versus Passive Straight Leg Raise (PSLR) on Hamstring Extensibility among Short Hamstring Syndrome Population. J. HealthCare Edu. & Med. Inform. 2024;11(1&2):5-11.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2455.9199.202402

Short-Term Efficacy of Static Isometric Neck Exercise and Cervical Muscle Stretch among College Students with Cervicogenic Headache

Ishwarya Vardhini C — 2024-06-30

Introduction: Cervicogenic headache, distinct from migraine or tension headache, is characterised by pain localised in any cranial region, arising from a nociceptive origin musculoskeletal tissue innervated by cranial nerves.
Objective: The objective was to compare the effectiveness of cervical muscle stretch and isometric exercise on pain and neck Range of motion among subjects with cervicogenic headache. This can optimise rehabilitation strategies, so patient outcomes can be improved, and protocols can be made more efficient.
Methodology: A total of 60 participants were included in the study based on the inclusion criteria and were divided into 2 groups, A and B. Then static isometric exercise and cervical muscle stretch were applied to the subjects and reassessment values were noted. They were assessed for pain and neck ROM using the Numerical Rating Scale and goniometric measurement. The duration of the study was 12 weeks.
Results: The results obtained for Group B who underwent cervical muscle stretch showed a greater mean difference than Group A (static isometric exercise). Pain levels in Group B decreased by a mean difference of 4.06 points on the NRS (p < 0.05). Neck extension and lateral flexion improvement in Group B was observed to be significant with mean differences of -28.76 and -26.66 in goniometric scores (p < 0.05) than in Group A (static
isometric exercise).
Conclusion: It is concluded that cervical muscle stretching is more effective in improving pain and neck range of motion among subjects with cervicogenic headaches.

How to cite this article:
S Kaviya, Vardhini C I, Haribabu L, Devi R N,
Purushothaman S. Short-Term Efficacy of
Static Isometric Neck Exercise and Cervical
Muscle Stretch among College Students with
Cervicogenic Headache. J. HealthCare Edu. &
Med. Inform. 2024;11(1&2):12-17.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2455.9199.202403

Effectiveness of Jacobson’s Muscle Relaxation Technique and Deep Breathing Exercise on Stress among Physiotherapy Final Year Students

M Shivamani — 2024-06-30

A Study to Find the Effect of Aerobic Exercise and Core Strengthening on Adductor Muscle Strength and Performance in Female Football Players

S Malini — 2024-06-30

Background of the study: The increasing interest in female soccer has driven a notable shift in its appeal and audience engagement, underscoring the importance of understanding factors that influence player performance and injury prevention. Physical fitness, identified as a crucial determinant of soccer performance, often surpasses other factors such as technical skills and tactical awareness. Effective interventions, such as dietary supplements and core stabilisation exercises, play a vital role in enhancing performance and reducing injuries. Additionally, the Adductor Strengthening Programme (ASP) has shown promise in mitigating groin problems. Despite the benefits of aerobic exercise for cardiovascular health and muscle function, the specific impact of core-targeted exercises on competitive soccer performance remains unclear, highlighting the need for further research to optimise training
protocols for female athletes.
Methodology: A total of 40 subjects were selected for the study obtaining informed consent. Subjects who fulfilled the following inclusion and exclusion criteria were randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Each group consisted of 20 subjects between the age group 18-23 years. The experimental group was given aerobic exercise and core strengthening on adductor muscle strength for 8– week treatment course. The study parameters include VAS (Visual analog scale), MMT (Manual Muscle Testing), six minute run test and SPEED score used for the pre-test and post-test comparison done between the experimental and control group.
Result: The experimental group showed slightly higher enhancements in physical performance measures butthere is no significant differences between the groups in VAS (pain) and MMT (muscle strength) improvements (p > 0.05), the experimental group exhibited significantly greater improvements in the Six-Minute Run (median improvement of 390.00 meters, Z = -5.060, p = 0.000) and SPEED scores (median reduction of -4.68, Z = -5.344, p = 0.000).
Conclusion: Overall, the aerobic intervention was found to be more effective in enhancing physical performance.

How to cite this article:
S Malini, Purushothaman S, Chithiravelu S. A
Study to Find the Effect of Aerobic Exercise
and Core Strengthening on Adductor Muscle
Strength and Performance in Female Football
Players. J. HealthCare Edu. & Med. Inform.
2024;11(1&2):23-28.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2455.9199.202405