Effect of core muscles endurance in professional athletes with and without lower limb injuries

Abstract

BACKGROUND: This research investigates the impact of core muscles endurance among professional athletes, both those with and without lower limb injuries. The primary aim is to demonstrate a correlation between lower core endurance values and a heightened likelihood of lower limb injuries in athletes.

METHODOLOGY: The study takes the form of a cross-sectional, comparative investigation spanning a duration of one year. A total of 60 participants, aged between 16 and 35, were carefully chosen. They were then divided into two groups, A and B, each consisting of 30 individuals, with Group A comprising athletes without lower limb injuries. Core muscle endurance was evaluated using the McGill core endurance test.

RESULTS: The analysis revealed significant findings in McGill extension and side plank exercises, whereas the McGill flexion test yielded non-significant results.

CONCLUSIONS: In summary, the study concludes that there exists a statistically significant relationship between core muscle endurance and lower limb injuries in professional athletes, emphasizing the importance of addressing and enhancing core strength to potentially mitigate the risk of such injuries.