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  • Biomechanics
  • Neuromuscular Function

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  • Head acceleration measurement is crucial for understanding head injury.
  • Existing methods may lack reliability across diverse conditions.
  • A standardized laboratory protocol is needed for consistent head impact research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the test-retest reliability of a novel laboratory protocol for measuring head acceleration.
  • To evaluate reliability under both anticipated and unanticipated perturbation conditions.
  • To determine the suitability of the protocol for head impact biomechanics research.

Main Methods:

  • A laboratory-based test-retest reliability study was conducted.
  • Thirty physically active adults underwent standardized head perturbations (flexion, extension, lateral flexion, rotation) using a custom apparatus.
  • Peak linear and rotational head accelerations were measured using motion capture, with reliability assessed via ICC, SEM%, and Bland-Altman plots.

Main Results:

  • Good to excellent reliability (ICC 0.75-0.90) was observed for anticipated perturbations.
  • Moderate to good reliability (ICC 0.72-0.85) was found for unanticipated perturbations.
  • Bland-Altman plots showed no systematic bias or heteroscedasticity between sessions.

Conclusions:

  • The novel laboratory protocol demonstrates moderate to excellent reliability for measuring head acceleration.
  • The protocol supports research in head impact biomechanics and cervical neuromuscular function.
  • Increased variability in unanticipated and rotational accelerations highlights the complexity of neuromuscular responses.