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Sports Med November 1997 PMID 9368275

Flexibility and its effects on sports injury and performance.

G W Gleim, M P McHugh

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The discussions reflect a cautious acceptance of the publication's points, such as the emphasis on increasing range of motion to enhance performance and sport-specific effects. Phrases like 'aim of enhancing performance' and references to technical positions suggest a focus on practical applications, but the tone remains moderate, indicating moderate acknowledgment rather than strong conviction or deep engagement.

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Most posters acknowledge the research's findings or its relevance, indicating general agreement or recognition of its points.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show mild interest, with some referencing how flexibility relates to performance improvement.

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The comments are somewhat superficial, primarily affirming the research rather than deeply analyzing it.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussion hints at recognition of the research's importance but stops short of asserting a major effect on practice or policy.

Abstract in brief

  • Flexibility can be measured in various ways, including static (end-range of motion) and dynamic (muscle compliance and stiffness), with dynamic measures being more objective and less affected by patient discomfort.
  • Research shows that both acute and chronic stretching can change flexibility, but it’s hard to determine whether these changes are due to increased stretch tolerance or decreased muscle stiffness, partly depending on how flexibility is measured.
  • Although active warm-up might protect against muscle strains, there is no strong scientific consensus linking flexibility directly to injury prevention or athletic performance, and the effects are often sport-specific, with increased stiffness potentially enhancing force production in some sports.]
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Isokinetic Conference
@footballmed · X

The development of greater ROM will be associated with the aim of enhancing performance, and this often involves the need to apply force over the required ROM and the ability to assume the key technical positions required for the sport.

Oct 7, 2019 · 7 likes · 10,145 followers View post →
Yazeed Alyahya
@yyh150 · X

@AbdulazizEdree 1- Strength Training versus Stretching for Improving Range of Motion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. 2- Flexibility and its effects on sports injury and performance. Gleim GW, McHugh MP. Sports Med. 1997 | Nov;24(5): 289-99,

May 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 13,051 followers View post →

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Yazeed Alyahya
@yyh150 · X

@AbdulazizEdree 1- Strength Training versus Stretching for Improving Range of Motion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. 2- Flexibility and its effects on sports injury and performance. Gleim GW, McHugh MP. Sports Med. 1997 | Nov;24(5): 289-99,

May 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 13,051 followers View post →
Isokinetic Conference
@footballmed · X

The development of greater ROM will be associated with the aim of enhancing performance, and this often involves the need to apply force over the required ROM and the ability to assume the key technical positions required for the sport.

Oct 7, 2019 · 7 likes · 10,145 followers View post →