REPERCUSSIONS OF BALANCE TRAINING ON SOCCER PLAYERS’ LOWER LIMB INJURIES

ABSTRACT Introduction Soccer is a combative event that requires particular skills and physical fitness. The unique soccer characteristics determine the high incidence of joint injuries in the lower limbs. In this regard, balance training has proven to be particularly important, as research indicates a reduction in lower limb injuries justified by the gain in the athletes’ muscle control capacity. Objective This paper analyzes the repercussions of balance training on lower limb injuries in soccer players. Methods 16 soccer players were randomly divided into experimental and control groups, without statistical difference. Both performed routine training first, with subsequent adherence to balance training by the experimental group. The experiment lasted eight weeks, and the balance training was based on an exercise protocol of approximately 30 minutes, three times a week, for eight weeks. Indexers on recovery from lower limb injury were statistically analyzed and compared. Results After balance training, soccer players in the experimental group improved faster. At the same time, the lower limb injury was effectively improved. Conclusion The balance training method can reduce the probability of lower limb injuries in soccer players. Evidence Level II; Therapeutic Studies - Investigating the result.