The strength of balance: Strength and dynamic balance in children with and without hypermobility.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Generalized Joint hypermobility (GJH) is predominantly non-symptomatic. In fact, individuals with joint flexibility usually perform better than their non-hypermobile counterparts during physical activities. Notwithstanding, strength and balance are essential to maintain the control of the extra range of motion during activities and to prevent musculoskeletal complications. There are limited and conflicting pieces of evidence in literature regarding the association between strength and balance in children with GJH.

Objectives

The purpose of this study was to examine differences in functional strength, dynamic balance, proprioception, and isometric strength in children with and without joint hypermobility and determine the association between strength outcomes and d

SUBMITTER: Ituen OA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11206839 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature