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J L Beck, R W Day

    Clinics in Sports Medicine
    |July 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Identifying and treating motor process breakdowns is key to preventing running stress injuries. A simple motor screening can detect functional abnormalities before they lead to injury.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Biomechanics
    • Exercise Physiology

    Background:

    • Running athletes frequently experience stress injuries due to impaired protective mechanisms in posture and gait.
    • Current physical fitness definitions often overlook the motor control aspects crucial for running and walking.
    • Addressing the root causes of motor dysfunction is more critical than treating the resultant injuries.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a basic motor screening method for identifying functional abnormalities in athletes.
    • To emphasize the importance of motor process assessment in preventing running-related stress injuries.
    • To propose a more comprehensive approach to assessing athletic fitness beyond cardiorespiratory and strength metrics.

    Main Methods:

    • The study outlines a simple motor screening process for athletes.

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  • This screening involves assessing joint flexibility, postural muscle responsiveness, posture, balance, and gait.
  • The methodology focuses on identifying functional deficits that predispose athletes to stress injuries.

    • Main Results:

    • A basic motor screen can effectively identify functional abnormalities linked to stress injuries in runners.
    • The screening provides a valuable tool for detecting issues in posture, balance, and gait.
    • This approach helps correct shortcomings in current physical fitness assessments for running and walking abilities.

    Conclusions:

    • Early identification and treatment of motor process breakdowns are essential for preventing stress injuries in running athletes.
    • A comprehensive motor screening offers a more accurate assessment of an athlete's ability to run and walk.
    • Implementing this basic motor screen can improve injury prevention strategies and enhance athletic performance.