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Downs, C., Snodgrass, S.J., Weerasekara, I., Valkenborghs, S.R. and Callister, R. (2021) Injuries in Netball—A Systematic Review. Sports Medicine Open, 7, Article Number 3.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/33409965
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40798-020-00290-7

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• TITLE: Relationships between Quadriceps:Hamstring Strength Ratio and Lower Extremity Injuries in Netball Players

  AUTHORS: Henriette Hammill

  KEYWORDS: Netball, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Strength Ratio, Lower Extremity Injuries

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol.14 No.4, April 25, 2024

  ABSTRACT: Background: Netball is a popular sport. Due to high impact and quick movement, there is an enormous load on the lower extremities which increases the risk for injury. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the quadricep and hamstring strength and the prevalence of lower extremity injuries in netball players. Setting: Twenty-five female netball players (age: 20.8 ± 1.4 years) voluntarily participated. Methods: The Cybex Isokinetic dynamometer was used to determine concentric knee torques. Quadriceps:hamstring strength ratio was determined. Occurrence of lower extremity injuries was documented bi-weekly. Results: Medium effect sizes were noted for flexion torque:work for the left leg and for the quadriceps:hamstring ratio (≥60%) for the right leg. All the other measured variables have a small effect size. 18.75% of lower extremity injuries and ConQ:ConH of Conclusion: Injuries to the ankle and knee are especially common among netball players. Hamstring and quadriceps muscle asymmetry (>10%) were found to be a potential indicator of lower extremity injury. Contribution: This study highlights awareness on lower extremity injuries and the strength ratio between the quadriceps and hamstrings. This can aid coaches and netball players to lower the risk for injuries and thus improve individual- and team performance.