The Effects of Core Stabilisation Exercises on The Athletic Performance in Amputee Football Players
Keywords:
Amputee, Core stabilization, Football, PerformanceAbstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate whether a 6-week core stabilization training program induces measurable improvements in athletic performance parameters in amputee football players.
Methods: Twenty amputee football players aged 18-50 years were randomly allocated to a core stabilization group or a control group. Core stabilization exercise program (3 days/week over 6 weeks) was applied to the exercise group in addition to the routine training program, while control group followed the routine training program. Pre-and post training assessments included muscular endurans tests, sit and reach test and modified Thomas test, vertical jump test, functional reach test, and the 505 agility test.
Results: Core stabilization training yielded significant increases in trunk flexor and extensor endurance (dynamic push-up test repeats and static back extension time) within the exercise group (p<0.05). The 505 agility test and sit-and-reach test performance improved in both groups, whereas Thomas and Vertical Jump test performance did not change. The functional reach test was improved only in the control group (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Short-term core stabilization training enhances muscular but does not exceed the benefits of routie training for agility or jump performance in endurance amputee football players. Incorporation of core traninig into conditioning programs may support trunk endurance and functional capacity in this population.
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