Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 17, 2025
07:52
Evaluating Postural Control and Lower-extremity Muscle Activation in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability
Published on: September 18, 2020
8.5K
Correlation Between Hip Strength, Foot Posture, and Lower Limb Dynamic Stability in Boxers
Geetha Sudha1, Chandani Sharmila2, Balaji Kuppusamy2
1Sports and Exercise Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IND.
Cureus
|June 30, 2025
Summary
Boxers need strong hips for better dynamic stability. This study found a key link between hip strength and lower limb stability, crucial for performance and injury prevention in boxing.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Human Movement Science
Background:
- Boxing demands high levels of lower limb function.
- Research on hip strength, foot posture, and dynamic stability in boxers is limited.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for performance enhancement and injury mitigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationships between hip strength, foot posture, and lower limb dynamic stability in professional boxers.
- To identify key biomechanical factors influencing performance and injury risk in boxers.
- To provide evidence-based recommendations for training and injury prevention protocols.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 60 professional boxers (18-35 years).
- Assessment of hip strength, foot posture, and lower limb dynamic stability using standardized tests.
- Pearson correlation analysis to determine relationships between the measured variables.
Main Results:
- Significant positive correlations were found between hip strength and lower limb dynamic stability in both left and right limbs.
- No significant correlations were observed between foot posture and hip strength or dynamic stability.
- Average age of participants was 20.17 ± 3.305 years.
Conclusions:
- Hip strength is a critical determinant of lower limb dynamic stability in boxers.
- Integrating hip strength and foot posture assessments into training programs is recommended for boxers.
- These findings can inform targeted interventions for improving boxing performance and reducing injury incidence.
