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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Restricted ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (DF ROM) can influence lower extremity biomechanics during dynamic movements.
  • Landing mechanics are crucial for injury prevention and performance in various physical activities.
  • The specific effects of incorporating ankle mobility interventions into strength training programs on landing adaptations remain underexplored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of a 4-week combined strength and ankle mobility training program on landing mechanics.
  • To compare the effects of strength training alone versus combined strength and mobility training on participants with restricted ankle DF ROM.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 20 participants with restricted ankle DF ROM.
  • Participants were assigned to either a strength training only group or a strength training and ankle mobility program group.
  • Landing mechanics were assessed using a bilateral drop-landing task, analyzing variables such as ground reaction forces, joint angles, and joint displacements before and after the 4-week intervention.

Main Results:

  • The combined strength and mobility group demonstrated significant improvements in ankle DF ROM.
  • This group also exhibited altered landing strategies, including greater ankle plantarflexion at initial contact and increased ankle dorsiflexion at peak flexion, leading to greater sagittal-plane ankle joint displacement.
  • The strength training only group showed increased peak hip flexion and hip joint displacement, indicating different compensatory strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating ankle mobility exercises into a strength training program can enhance ankle range of motion and positively modify landing biomechanics.
  • The observed changes in landing strategies are specific to the intervention type, highlighting the importance of addressing ankle mobility restrictions.
  • These findings suggest that a comprehensive approach considering both strength and mobility is beneficial for optimizing landing mechanics and potentially reducing injury risk.