application/pdf 1048774 bytes eng 2024 Proprioceptive training methods (PTM) in female soccer players – a systematic review https://phaidrabg.bg.ac.rs/o:33622 doi:10.1186/s13102-024-00892-8 ISSN: 2052-1847 BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation vol. 16 br. 101 str. 1-8 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode Abstract: Background Although previous studies have reported that proprioceptive training methods (PTM) have positive effects, there is a relatively small number of studies regarding the impact of PTM in women’s soccer. Therefore, there is a need to systematize the given results. In this regard, this systematic review aimed to investigate the effect of proprioceptive training methods in female soccer players. Methods The studies’ search and analysis were done according to the PRISMA guidelines. The following databases were checked (Google Scholar, PubMed Cochrane and ProQuest), with additional publication time criteria (2000– 2023) using the following keywords: proprioceptive, balance, neuromuscular, training, exercise, intervention, method, activity, female football players, female soccer players, woman soccer players. Results A total of 7 studies were included in the quantitative synthesis that meet all the criteria with the number of participants being 2.247. Based on the analysis of the previous research and detailed discussion, the main findings of the study resulted in the partial improvement of explosive strength (66%), strength (50%), muscle imbalance and flexibility (50%) and the prevention and reduction of lower extremity injuries in female soccer players (60%). Only one study reported no significant differences between groups, where rate of major injuries was higher in experimental group. Conclusion The obtained results indicate the necessity to implement proprioceptive training in female soccer training programs, in order to influence the prevention and reduction of injuries and improve balance, proprioceptive ability and body control. Key points - PMT can be used in women’s soccer as an excellent weekly training strategy. - PTM reduces lower extremity injuries and improves explosive strength, strength, agility and muscle imbalance in female soccer players; - PMT should be an essential part of training programs to prevent injuries and improve athlete’s performance. Keywords Proprioceptive exercise, Football, Performance, Injury prevention Keywords: Proprioceptive exercise, Football, Performance, Injury prevention Stanković, Mima Čaprić, Ilma Katanić, Borko Špirtović, Omer Maljanović, Džejla Nailović, Hamza Muković, Iso Jelaska, Igor Trajković, Nebojša info:eu-repo/semantics/review