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Kinesiophobia in Injured Athletes: A Systematic Review.

Jatin P Ambegaonkar¹, Matthew Jordan¹, Kelley R Wiese¹

¹Sports Medicine Assessment Research & Testing (SMART) Laboratory, George Mason University, Manassas, VA 20110, USA.

Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology

|April 23, 2024

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Athletes experiencing kinesiophobia, a fear of movement after injury, face negative physical and mental health impacts. This systematic review highlights its prevalence and effects in sports populations.

Keywords:

Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia fear of movement fear of reinjury

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Psychology
Rehabilitation

Background:

Athletes are susceptible to injuries, which can lead to psychological distress.
Kinesiophobia, the fear of movement post-injury, is a recognized concern in athletic populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review existing literature on kinesiophobia in injured athletes.
To understand the prevalence, associated factors, and outcomes of kinesiophobia in athletes.

Main Methods:

A systematic literature search was conducted in February 2023 across multiple databases (PubMed, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Medline).
Included studies were peer-reviewed, in English, published within the last 20 years, and focused on injured athletes tracking kinesiophobia.
Study quality was assessed using the modified Downs and Black checklist, with 14 studies meeting inclusion criteria.

Main Results:

Kinesiophobia was identified in injured athletes, predominantly those with lower-extremity injuries.
The Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK) was the most frequently used assessment tool.
Kinesiophobia was significantly associated with poorer physical and mental health outcomes, including anxiety, low confidence, and fear avoidance behaviors.

Conclusions:

Kinesiophobia is a prevalent issue among injured athletes.
It negatively impacts both physical functioning and psychological well-being.
Addressing kinesiophobia is crucial for comprehensive athlete recovery and return to sport.