Change of physical characteristics in Japanese elite junior divers - - longitudinal survey of 3 years—

This study aimed to determine factors related to low back pain (LBP) from changes in the physical characteristics. [Subjects] Thirteen elite junior divers who were followed from 13 to 15 years old. [Methods] The change in each item between the ages of 13 and 15 years old were analyzed by one-way analysis of variance. [Results] Significant main effects were recognized between each age of height, weight, standing long jump, vertical jump, back muscle strength, sit-ups for 30 seconds, and handstand continuance time. [Conclusion] LBP possibly occurs owing to increase in weight after 15 years old.
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Notations:biological and medical sciences junior sports technical sports
Published in:Rigakuryoho Kagaku
Language:Japanese English
Published: 2012
Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/rika/27/6/27_629/_article
Volume:27
Issue:6
Pages:629-633
Document types:article
Level:advanced