Relation between foot arch index and ankle strength in elite gymnasts: a preliminary study

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Aydog S., Ozcakar L., Tetik O., Demirel H., Hascelik Z., Doral M.

BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE, vol.39, no.3, 2005 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 39 Issue: 3
• Publication Date: 2005
• Doi Number: 10.1136/bjsm.2004.011627
• Journal Name: BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
• Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
• Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
• Hacettepe University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: Gymnasts usually start intensive training from early childhood. The impact of such strenuous training on the musculoskeletal system is not clear.