Prediction Equation for Calculating Fat Mass in Young Indian Adults
Conclusion: A new prediction equation for the measurement of fat mass was derived and internally validated in young Indian adults using simple anthropometric measurements. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - May 31, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
Studying Wind Chill Index as a Climatic Index Effective on the Health of Athletes and Tourists Interested in Winter Sports
Conclusion: Among the studied stations, Koohrang had the most intensive degrees of wind chill occurrence and Lordegan had the calmest conditions. Therefore, athletes and tourists should use warmer clothes and covers in cold seasons in Koohrang in comparison with other studied regions, in order to protect themselves from the negative effects of sudden cold and occurrence of intense wind chills. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - May 31, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
Injury Rates in Iranian Taekwondo Athletes; a Prospective Study
Conclusion: The rate of injury we found was lower than that of western countries. In spite of finding the lower limbs as the most frequent place of injuries in other studies, we found the upper limbs as the most predisposed place of injuries which might be due to difference in the method of combat of Iranian athletes with other athletes. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
Pre-participation Cardiovascular Screening of Elderly Wrestlers
Conclusion: Beside physical examination, pre-participation screening of elderly wrestling athletes with ECG and exercise testing is feasible and recommended in the presence of coronary risk factors or cardiac symptoms. Echocardiography can also be recommended to detect other relevant abnormalities when there is a clue in the standard history, physical examination or ECG. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
Effect of Training on Physiological and Biochemical Variables of Soccer Players of Different Age Groups
Conclusion: This study would provide useful information for training and selection of soccer players of different age groups. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
The Effect of Exercise in PCOS Women Who Exercise Regularly
Conclusion: Obese PCOS patients show more difficulty in losing weight by exercise than lean PCOS patients. The role of hormonal alterations and PCOS per se in the responsiveness of weight loss to exercise remains to be determined. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
A Regression Equation for the Estimation of Maximum Oxygen Uptake in Nepalese Adult Females
Conclusion: The results of limits of agreement analysis suggest that the application of the present form of the 20-m MST may be justified in the studied population. However, for better prediction of VO2 max, a new equation has been computed based on the present data to be used for female college students of Nepal. (Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine)
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
Angular Deformities of the Lower Limb in Children
: Angular deformities of the lower limbs are common during childhood. In most cases this represents a variation in the normal growth pattern and is an entirely benign condition. Presence of symmetrical deformities and absence of symptoms, joint stiffness, systemic disorders or syndromes indicates a benign condition with excellent long-term outcome. In contrast, deformities which are asymmetrical and associated with pain, joint stiffness, systemic disorders or syndromes may indicate a serious underlying cause and require treatment.,: Little is known about the relationship between sport participation and body adaptations dur...
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - February 28, 2010 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
