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ArticleJournal of orthopaedic surgery and research2025

Shoulder range of motion and strength in beach tennis athletes compared to volleyball and tennis players: implications for injury risk and performance.

Ana Paula Ramos, Leonardo Luiz Barretti Secchi, Filippo Migliorini, Nicola Maffulli, Rodrigo Okubo

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Article in Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It has been retracted, and should not be counted. Cited by 1 paper.

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Authors and funding

5 authors.

Ana Paula RamosPhysical Therapy Graduate Program, State University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil.
Leonardo Luiz Barretti SecchiFaculdade de Ciências Sociais e Agrárias de Itapeva (FAIT), Itapeva, SP, Brazil.
Filippo MiglioriniDepartment of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Academic Hospital of Bolzano (SA-BES-ASDAA), Via Lorenz Böhler 5, 39100, Bolzano, Italy. filippo.migliorini@sabes.it.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7220-1221
Nicola MaffulliDepartment of Medicine and Psychology, University La Sapienza, Rome, Italy.
Rodrigo OkuboPhysical Therapy Graduate Program, State University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionBeach tennis (BT) combines elements of tennis, volleyball, and badminton, attracting a diverse global following. Despite its popularity, research on its link to shoulder injuries remains limited. This study investigates shoulder characteristics among BT athletes, volleyball players, and tennis athletes to identify potential differences and inform injury prevention strategies.

methodsA cross-sectional analysis was performed to assess shoulder range of motion (ROM) and rotator cuff strength in 65 athletes using an online questionnaire and biomechanical assessments.

resultsVolleyball players demonstrated superior shoulder ROM compared to tennis and BT athletes, while tennis players exhibited a greater difference in internal rotation between sides. Additionally, volleyball athletes displayed greater external rotation strength on the dominant side than tennis players, with BT athletes also exhibiting significant strength advantages.

conclusionThese findings emphasise the distinct demands of BT and highlight the need for tailored interventions to optimise performance and minimise injury risks. Customised training and injury prevention approaches are warranted.

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AthletesAthletic InjuriesAthletic PerformanceMuscle StrengthRange of Motion, ArticularShoulder InjuriesShoulder JointTennisVolleyballAdolescentAdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleRisk Factors

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PMID40269929
PMCPMC12020117

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