1Ph. D Research Scholar. Department of Physical Education, Centre of Excellence, Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India
2Associate Professor & Head, Division of Sports Training and Sports Nutrition, MYAS-AU Department of Sports science, Centre of Excellence, Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India
The prevalent ratio of injuries in basketball influences the lower appendages, particularly, ankle and knee joint, and this is the real reason for missed long periods of training amid a season. Additionally, ankle and knee injuries can increase the risk factor of intermittent injuries. An exercise protocol is conceivably a critical preventative measure as it seemed to diminish the occurrence of ankle and knee injuries.
To examine the impact of a structured thera-band exercise protocol intended to reduce the rate of ankle and knee injuries in young basketball players.
48 male players aged 19–25 years; contributed in the study, 24 in experiment group; 24 players in the control group. The program is a modification of other prevention exercise protocol previously proven to be effective. All exercises in the present protocol are attuned so that a more progressive development in the exercise is accessible.
A structured training protocol (thera-band exercise programme) to improve neuromuscular power, strength, and control and to reduce ankle and knee injuries.
The rate of injuries to the ankle or knee.
During the season, 6 ankle and knee injuries occurred, 5 injuries in the control group; (2 injuries in training and 3 during matches) and 1 injury in the experiment group (0 injuries in training and 1 injury in matches). Rarer injured players were in the experiment group than in the control group.
Structured exercise training protocol of thera-band exercises focusing on awareness and can successfully prevent ankle and injuries in young basketball players. Preventive training ought to hence be presented as a vital part of youth sports programmes.
Basketball, ankle, knee, exercise, prevention
