The relationship between attentional control and injury-related biomechanics in young female volleyball players.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adolescent athletes, particularly in team sports, exhibit high risk of non-contact injuries due to the open environment and risk-associated movements. Both biomechanical risk factors and suboptimal neurocognitive function have been linked to such injuries. The association particularly between attentional control and injury-related biomechanics remains unexplored in young athletes.

Methods

Fifty female volleyball players aged 7-15 years participated. Attentional control was assessed using the Eriksen Flanker test (congruent, incongruent reaction times (RT) and interference effect). Biomechanical measures included the Landing Error Scoring System (LESS), single-leg dynamic balance (center of pressure [CoP] movement), leg stiffness during submaximal hopping, and reac

SUBMITTER: Hanzlikova I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12271222 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature