Profiling Between-limb Differences for Prospectively Injured and Uninjured Runners: A Dynamical Measures Approach

Research on Limb Movement Patterns and Running Injuries

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Brief description of study.

The purpose of this study is: 1) to determine natural and healthy levels of movement pattern differences between the right and left limb 2) to determine whether these differences may be related to the risk of developing a running related injury.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Running Training of at least 6 miles per week
  • Age: 18 years - 45 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria: 

 1 - Participated in consistent running training of at least 6 miles per week for a minimum of 6 months.

2- Between the ages of 18 and 45 years.

3- Run a minimum of 6 miles per week for at least the last month.

4- Participant must not smoke on a regular basis

5- Must be able to run at least 20 minutes without stopping

6- Who have been training regularly for the previous 8 weeks if an injury was sustained in the last 6 months

Exclusion Criteria: 

1- Sustained an injury to the lower extremity or back in the past six weeks that caused them to decrease or suspend their running training and they have not yet returned to their normal weekly running mileage.

2- History of back or lower extremity surgery.

3- History of any neurological or musculoskeletal pathologies or diseases.

4- History of cardiovascular or pulmonary disease.

Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1909150441

This study investigates the natural differences in movement patterns between the right and left limbs. It aims to understand if these differences are linked to the risk of injuries related to running. Movement patterns refer to the way limbs move during activities like running, and differences might affect injury risks.

Participants will undergo assessments to measure limb movement patterns. These assessments will help determine if the movement differences could potentially lead to running-related injuries. The study will involve observing the participants' running techniques and collecting data on their limb movements.

  • Who can participate: Adults aged 18 to 45 who run at least 6 miles per week and have been doing so for at least the last 6 months can participate. Participants should not smoke regularly and must be able to run for at least 20 minutes without stopping. Those with recent lower extremity or back injuries, surgeries, or certain medical conditions are excluded.
  • Study details: Participants will be observed for their running techniques to measure limb movement patterns. The research will assess differences in movement to identify potential injury risks.

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