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Research of Sports Medicine and Health Care: Second Edition

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2025 | Viewed by 884

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Daniel López-Plaza Palomo

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Departamento de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia, Murcia, 30107 Murcia, Spain
Interests: Physical fitness; training interventions; sports performance; biological maturity; swimming; kayaking; exercise physiology and training
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Dr. Pedro Manonelles

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Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia, 30107 Murcia, Spain
Interests: sports medicine
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to explore the intricate intersection of sports medicine and healthcare, shedding light on the latest advancements, insights, and applications in this evolving field. It will encompass a wide range of topics including, but not limited to, exercise prescription for various health conditions, doping prevention, injury prevention and rehabilitation, nutrition’s role in healthcare, the mental health benefits of physical activity, and the utilization of technology in monitoring and improving health through sports. We invite contributions from researchers, clinicians, and experts in sports medicine, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, public health, and related disciplines.

The primary goal of this Special Issue is to foster a deeper understanding of how sports medicine interventions can contribute to healthcare outcomes. It seeks to bridge the gap between athletic performance optimization and the promotion of holistic health, providing evidence-based insights to guide clinical practice and public health strategies.

This Special Issue targets a diverse readership, including sports medicine practitioners, healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and fitness enthusiasts, creating a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. The research presented in this Special Issue has the potential to reshape healthcare paradigms, inspiring novel interventions that leverage sports medicine principles to prevent and manage health conditions. It also paves the way for innovative strategies in public health initiatives that promote active lifestyles for improved well-being.

Dr. Daniel López-Plaza Palomo
Dr. Pedro Manonelles
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • health
  • injury rehabilitation
  • exercise prescription
  • doping prevention
  • injury prevention
  • healthcare

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Association Between Pain Distribution and Limitations in Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on the Survey of Health, Aging and Retirement in Europe on the Influence of Biopsychosocial Variables and Lifestyle
by Diana Salas-Gómez, Ángel Denche-Zamorano, Cristina Mendoza-Holgado and Sabina Barrios-Fernandez
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(14), 8026; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15148026 - 18 Jul 2025
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Pain is a common condition among older adults and a key factor influencing daily functioning. This cross-sectional study examined how pain presence and distribution (no pain, localized pain [LP], and widespread pain [WP]) are related to limitations in Basic and Instrumental Activities of [...] Read more.
Pain is a common condition among older adults and a key factor influencing daily functioning. This cross-sectional study examined how pain presence and distribution (no pain, localized pain [LP], and widespread pain [WP]) are related to limitations in Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (BADLs and IADLs). Data were drawn from the Survey of Health, Aging, and Retirement in Europe (SHARE) Wave 9, including 68,839 participants aged 50 or older. A clear gradient of functional limitation was observed: Individuals with WP reported the highest number of limitations, followed by those with LP, while those with no pain showed minimal impairment. These associations remained significant after adjusting for age, sex, cognitive status, physical health, and psychosocial factors, with adjusted prevalence ratios (aPRs) for WP of 1.77 for BADLs and 1.22 for IADLs (p < 0.001). Notably, depression, perceived loneliness, long-term illness, physical inactivity, and mobility limitations were especially relevant among participants with WP. The findings suggest the clinical value of assessing and implementing interventions not only in the presence but also in the extent of pain to better identify individuals at greater risk of losing independence in daily life. Full article
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Impact of Training Interventions on Physical Fitness in Children and Adolescent Handball Players: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
by Guillermo Barahona-Fuentes, Claudio Hinojosa-Torres, Sebastián Espoz-Lazo, Juan Pablo Zavala-Crichton, Guillermo Cortés-Roco, Rodrigo Yáñez-Sepúlveda and Fernando Alacid
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(11), 6208; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15116208 - 31 May 2025
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Introduction: The developmental stage of handball training is critical for the enhancement of physical fitness. However, there is considerable methodological variability in the interventions implemented to improve performance in children and adolescents. Objective: This paper examines the characteristics and effectiveness of physical training [...] Read more.
Introduction: The developmental stage of handball training is critical for the enhancement of physical fitness. However, there is considerable methodological variability in the interventions implemented to improve performance in children and adolescents. Objective: This paper examines the characteristics and effectiveness of physical training interventions on fitness components in youth handball players through a systematic review and meta-analysis. The review identifies and classifies the types of strategies and training modalities used, while the meta-analysis quantifies their effects on physical performance. Methods: A systematic search was conducted in the databases Web of Science, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, PubMed, and MEDLINE, identifying 61 studies. Of these, fifty-three were included in the systematic review and eight met the criteria for the meta-analysis. The analysis focused on interventions targeting 787 participants aged 8 to 18 years (15.4 mean) and addressing various components of physical fitness. The methodological quality and risk of bias were assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool. Results: The meta-analysis revealed significant and positive effects of the interventions on physical performance. Plyometric training was associated with improvements in peak power (SMD = 1.41; 95% CI: 0.91 to 1.91), sprint performance (SMD = −1.27; 95% CI: −1.93 to −0.62), and jump ability (SMD = 3.69; 95% CI: 3.21 to 4.17). Resistance band training also showed a positive impact on jump height (SMD = 1.56; 95% CI: 1.25 to 1.86) and agility (SMD = 0.42; 95% CI: 0.19 to 0.65). Heterogeneity ranged from low to moderate across outcomes. Conclusion: Plyometric and resistance band training interventions are effective strategies to enhance physical fitness in young handball players. These findings provide a scientific basis for designing evidence-based training programs aimed at comprehensive physical development during formative athletic stages. Full article
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