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Does field hockey increase morphofunctional asymmetry? A pilot study
M Krzykała1, P Leszczyński2, M Grześkowiak3
1Department of Recreation, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland.
Summary
Field hockey players exhibit greater body asymmetry in bone density, mass, and spinal mobility compared to non-athletes. This highlights the need for monitoring athletes to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Human Morphology
Background:
- Field hockey players adopt a semi-crouched posture, increasing their risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Understanding body asymmetry is crucial for injury prevention in athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how field hockey influences morphological and functional body asymmetry.
- To compare asymmetry in athletes versus control participants.
Main Methods:
- Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) for bone mineral density, fat mass, and lean mass.
- Electrogoniometric system to measure spinal range of motion (cervical, thoracic, lumbar).
- Comparison of antimeric (right vs. left) differences between field hockey players and controls.
Main Results:
- Field hockey players showed more pronounced left-sided dominance in morphological characteristics (bone density, fat, lean mass).
- Athletes displayed right-sided functional superiority, while controls showed left-sided functional traits.
- Spinal side-bending asymmetry increased from cervical to lumbar regions in athletes, with thoracic rotation being the most asymmetric.
Conclusions:
- Field hockey participation leads to significant morphological and functional asymmetries.
- Monitoring athletes for pronounced asymmetries is vital for preventing sports-related injuries and health issues.
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