Relationship between Kinesthesia and Motor Performance in Young Adults with Generalized Joint Hypermobility: A...

Area of Science:

• Movement science
• Physiology
• Rehabilitation

Background:

• Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) is a condition affecting connective tissues.
• Understanding GJH's impact on motor control and kinesthesia is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review the literature on the relationship between kinesthesia and motor performance in young adults with GJH.
• To synthesize current evidence regarding GJH's influence on proprioception and motor skills.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive systematic review adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
• Searched multiple databases including PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science.
• Included ten selected studies investigating GJH, kinesthesia, and motor performance.

Main Results:

• No significant impact of GJH was found on kinesthetic perception.
• Studies showed varied effects of GJH on motor performance, with some suggesting benefits and others detriments.
• Factors like fitness, BMI, and assessment methods influenced GJH's impact on motor performance.

Conclusions:

• GJH does not appear to significantly impair kinesthesia in young adults.
• The relationship between GJH and motor performance is complex and multifactorial.
• Further research is needed to elucidate the nuanced interactions between GJH and motor skills.