Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, Volume 11, Issue 1

Background: Citrulline malate (CM) supplementation has been shown to improve resistance exercise performance. However, there is limited research on the dose–response effects of CM ingestion. The aim of this study was to investigate a moderate (...

Background: Lumbar spondylosis is a frequent cause of chronic low back pain, often associated with radiculopathy. Although imaging evaluation is widely used, it does not always reflect the degree of functional impairment of the nerve roots. Electroph...

Background: Adapted Physical Activity (APA) prescription is a complex decision-making process that integrates clinical guidelines and individual patient characteristics and remains strongly dependent on clinician experience. Generative artificial int...

Background: Hypertension is a multifactorial condition influenced by physiological, behavioral, and psychosocial factors. Muscle strength, physical activity, sleep quality, and perceived stress may contribute to blood pressure variability, although t...

Objectives: The physical and physiological characteristics of padel players are essential for appropriate training load prescription; however, this area remains underexplored. Therefore, this hypothesis-driven study aimed to analyse physical and phys...

Background: Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the most prevalent rheumatological disease in childhood. It is classified into seven subtypes, each with specific clinical features. The pathogenesis of JIA involves an increased inflammatory respons...

Background: This cross-sectional observational study aimed to describe the position-specific kinanthropometric characteristics of Mexican professional American football players competing in the 2019–2020 seasons of the Liga de Fútbol Ame...

Background: Despite the high prevalence of adductor injury in soccer, there is limited injury-specific predictive modeling to identify common risk factors. The objective of this study was to create an adductor strain prediction model utilizing injury...

Background: Physical functional capacity plays a critical role in sports performance and changes markedly from adolescence to adulthood. This study aimed to compare the physical functional characteristics between adolescent and collegiate soccer athl...

Machine learning (ML) is increasingly influencing the assessment and delivery of movement and exercise, yet its role within adapted physical activity (APA) for individuals with chronic conditions has not been comprehensively synthesized. ML-based app...

Background: Beach volleyball is a high-intensity, intermittent sport requiring repeated explosive actions and rapid changes of direction performed on an unstable sand surface. Creatine monohydrate (CrM) supplementation has consistently been shown to...

Objective: This study aimed to (i) examine the test–retest reliability of a holistic motor competence test (HOLMOT) in adults aged 30–60 years, and (ii) evaluate its ability to discriminate performance according to sex and age group. Meth...

Background: Sport climbing, encompassing lead, bouldering, and speed disciplines, has transformed from a niche activity to a widely popular trend, notably after its Olympic debut at the Tokyo Games 2021. This recognition spurred an increase in public...

Background: The purpose was to determine the ventilatory and metabolic demands in percentage-based heart rate (HR) zones in active-duty firefighters. Methods: Male career firefighters (n = 48, 38.17 ± 9.02 years, 1.79 ± 0.05 m, 88.27 &p...

Background: Resting energy expenditure (REE) represents 60–75% of total daily energy expenditure and is mainly determined by fat-free mass (FFM). Indeed, the predictive equations vary according to FFM techniques and population characteristics....

Low back pain (LBP) remains a leading cause of disability worldwide, imposing substantial socioeconomic burdens. Among its many causes, facetogenic pain accounts for a significant proportion of cases and is generally attributed to irritation of the r...

Background: This systematic review critically examined how vertical force–velocity profiling has been used and interpreted in soccer research, with particular attention to methodological limitations and practical constraints. Methods: Following...

Background: Previous research suggests that resistance training in hypoxia can cause physiological and muscle adaptations. However, this method may not be efficient for individuals who are training to optimize maximal strength and power. Objective: T...

Background: Age-related cognitive decline is linked to reduced gait complexity and higher fall risk. Traditional linear gait measures may miss subtle motor-cognitive deficits in older adults with dementia. This study examined whether an 8-week motor-...

Background: Explosive and reactive strength of the lower extremities are essential performance determinants in artistic gymnastics. This study analyzed ten years of performance diagnostic data from Swiss junior and elite gymnasts to describe age- and...

Background: This systematic review examined the relationship between horizontal multi-step jumps and sprint performance, and whether training interventions including these exercises improve sprinting. Methods: A systematic literature search was condu...

Background: Osteotomy around the knee (OAK) is a joint-preserving surgery for knee osteoarthritis, yet some patients experience suboptimal outcomes. Preoperative identification of high-risk patients remains challenging. This study aimed to develop a...

Background: Toe motor control contributes to postural stability and walking, yet clinical assessments have focused on toe-grip strength. The kinematics of selective toe extension under conditions requiring non-target toes to remain in contact with th...

Background: Restricted ankle dorsiflexion is common in basketball athletes and has been associated with altered lower-limb mechanics and reduced athletic performance. Although ankle joint mobilization is widely used to improve mobility, its effects o...

Objectives: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) remain a leading cause of premature mortality globally, despite the proven efficacy of physical activity in reducing risks. This research aims to identify risk characteristics and characterise pathologies rel...

Background: Developing an evidence base for physiotherapy programs for patients with Cerebral Palsy (CP) requires an understanding of the microscopic and metabolic processes in striated muscle. The gracilis muscle represents a logical object of study...

Background: Water inertia load training using equipment such as water vests provides unstable resistance that enhances trunk muscle activation. However, practical methods for prescribing exercise intensity without expensive electromyography (EMG) equ...

Background: Comparative evidence for the effectiveness of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Low-Intensity Steady-State (LISS) exercise derived from real-world settings using standardized anthropometric assessments and subjective perception...

Background: Awkward postures are among the most prevalent ergonomic risk factors in occupational environments, including industrial settings. Conventional ergonomic risk assessments rarely address the relationship between sustained awkward postures a...

Objectives: While Pilates exercise is commonly prescribed for chronic low back pain (CLBP), its effect on normalizing the lumbar flexion–relaxation ratio (FRR) remains unclear. This trial examined whether an 8-week Pilates exercise program (PEP...

Background: This study investigated associations between anthropometric characteristics, postural deviations, musculoskeletal and visceral symptoms, and squat movement quality to clarify how individual physical attributes and symptom profiles influen...

Background: A high level of physical fitness is a critical factor for optimal soccer performance. Therefore, developing key physical components such as sprinting, jumping, and change of direction (CoD) abilities from an early age is essential for bot...

Background: Sleep is essential for athletic performance, yet the specific effects of sleep deprivation are not well defined. Evidence in resistance-trained populations is limited regarding sex-specific responses and velocity-based performance across...

Background: Research on vibrations induced by running has gained significant attention due to its implications for athletes’ performance, injury prevention, and overall well-being. Distance running exposes the body to repetitive impulsive force...

Objective: Since specific bioelectrical reference values for Italian adults are lacking, this study aims to define specific values and test their suitability in pathological cases and athletes. Methods: A sample of 1049 Italian individuals (441 men,...

Background: Advanced resistance training systems are widely used in practice, yet their comparative effectiveness for hypertrophy and maximal strength in recreationally trained adults remains unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluate...

Background: Distal tibial fractures (DTFs) are a major cause of post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA). The risk of conversion to total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) or ankle fusion (AF) after DTFs remains unclear, and the current literature provides hetero...

Background: Pacing critically influences swimming performance. In master swimmers, aging leads to performance decline, but the age at which pacing becomes unstable, and whether this precedes performance loss, remains unclear. Objective: This cross-se...

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a common orthopedic procedure, but graft failure remains a significant complication, particularly in young and active individuals. Understanding the multifactorial etiology of failure and optimizing...

Introduction: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most severe and frequent injuries in alpine skiing, often occurring in non-contact situations during high-demand turns. Various instrumental techniques were used to assess suscepti...

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a heterogeneous clinical syndrome representing the final stage of a complex and long-lasting neurodegenerative process that involves not only dysfunction of the dopaminergic system but also impairments in other neuro...

Objectives: Few studies have previously shown an interaction between feet and gaze in postural control. The aim of the current study is to more specifically examine how vertical heterophoria (VH) varies with stimulation of the mechanoreceptors in the...

Background: This study aims to characterize the musculoskeletal injury landscape among Italian adolescent and adult breakdancers, specifically evaluating the correlation between technical execution and various risk factors. We conducted a cross-secti...

Background: Full versus partial range of motion (ROM) bench press (BP) training has only been investigated at submaximal loads with discrete joint angles during training. The aim of this study was to compare the effects of a 4-week supramaximal progr...

Background: Exercise oncology research supports multicomponent interventions as complementary therapies to improve quality of life in breast cancer (BC) survivors. Nonetheless, evidence on sport-specific, engaging approaches, such as boxing-based con...

Maximal aerobic capacity (VO_2max) is a well-established predictor of cardiovascular health, morbidity, and all-cause mortality. While many systematic reviews and meta-analyses have characterized the effects of aerobic exercise training on VO_2max, the...

This review summarizes the existing literature to investigate the role of excessive dynamic genu valgum (DGV) upon landing on subsequent movement performance in athletes. General systems theory and kinetic chain theory comprise the underlying theoret...

Background: Brace adherence is a key determinant of treatment success in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. However, adherence is influenced by multiple clinical, psychological, and social factors, and reported wear times vary widely across studi...

Background: Balance is an essential motor skill that enables individuals to maintain a stable posture and perform daily activities safely. Dual-task assessments are widely used to evaluate the integration of motor and cognitive functions in paediatri...

Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterised by motor and non-motor symptoms. Several studies have reported varying prevalence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) among individuals with PD. Objectiv...