Effect of Improper Soccer Heading on Serial Reaction Time Task Performance

Gallant, Caitlyn; Drumheller, Andrea; McKelvie, Stuart J.

doi:10.1007/s12144-016-9414-6

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“…The evidence for the influence of player characteristics, including playing position, experience and heading technique on head acceleration during heading is presented in Table 3 . Evidence supports that head acceleration during heading can be reduced by improved technique [ 82 ], such as using the forehead to head the ball [ 38 , 42 ] and improved body positioning [ 83 , 84 ]. This supports the notion that teaching heading technique should be considered an important and integral strategy for any future heading guidelines.…”

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“…Male (17.6 ± 6.6 rad/s) and female (16.6 ± 7.1 rad/s) frontal head-to-ball impacts resulted in significantly lower mean peak angular velocity than side ( M = 21.6 ± 7.2 rad/s, p < 0.001; F = 22.4 ± 9.1 rad/s, p = 0.041) and rear ( M = 23.6 ± 8.2 rad/s, p < 0.001) or crown ( M = 20.3 ± 6.8 rad/s, p = 0.001; F = 20.8 ± 8.2 rad/s, p = 0.003) head-to-ball impacts Proper heading technique using the front of the head should be emphasised to reduce kinematic loading in repetitive heading Gallant et al. (2017) [ 83 ] n = 51 adult players, mean age: not stated, players were ( n = 25) or were not ( n = 26) given training in proper heading after which they were tested on a head-ball task. The serial reaction time test (SRTT) was administered before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the training and testing N/A Improper heading did not disrupt SRTT performance with both groups demonstrating a decrease in reaction time from pre to post test There was some evidence of implicit learning on the pre-test and clear evidence of continued implicit learning on the post-test.…”

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Where are We Headed? Evidence to Inform Future Football Heading Guidelines

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Given the scientific and public concern regarding the short-, medium- and long-term consequences of heading on brain health, being proactive about developing and implementing guidelines that help reduce the burden (volume, impact magnitude and injury risk) of heading in young and beginner players appears justified. This narrative review explores the evidence underpinning strategies that could be incorporated into future heading guidelines to reduce heading burden in players across all levels of football. A four-step search strategy was utilised to identify all data-based papers related to heading in football. Eligibility criteria for inclusion were: (1) original data, (2) study population included football players, (3) outcome measures included one or more of the following: number of headers, measurement of head acceleration during heading, or head/brain injury incidence, and (4) published in English or English translation available. In total, 58 papers were included that outlined strategies based on (1) game or team development, (2) player skill development and (3) equipment. In particular, greater emphasis existed for small-sided games (particularly in young players) where fewer headers are observed when compared with the conventional 11 versus 11 game, as well as reducing headers from goal kicks and corners. Evidence also existed for developing a heading coaching framework that focusses on technical proficiency as well as neuromuscular neck exercises integrated into general injury reduction exercise programs, enforcement of rules related to deliberate head contact and using lower-pressure match and training balls. To mitigate potential risks of heading on brain health, a number of pragmatic strategies have been examined in scientific studies and may be considered as part of future heading guidelines.

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The number of purposeful headers female youth soccer players experience during games depends on player age but not player position

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Characterization of Head Impact Exposure in Women’s Collegiate Soccer

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Soccer players are regularly exposed to head impacts by intentionally heading the ball. Evidence suggests repetitive subconcussive head impacts may affect the brain, and females may be more vulnerable to brain injury than males. This study aimed to characterize head impact exposure among National Collegiate Athletic Association women’s soccer players using a previously validated mouthpiece-based sensor. Sixteen players were instrumented during 72 practices and 24 games. Head impact rate and rate of risk-weighted cumulative exposure were compared across session type and player position. Head kinematics were compared across session type, impact type, player position, impact location, and ball delivery method. Players experienced a mean (95% confidence interval) head impact rate of 0.468 (0.289 to 0.647) head impacts per hour, and exposure rates varied by session type and player position. Headers accounted for 89% of head impacts and were associated with higher linear accelerations and rotational accelerations than nonheader impacts. Headers in which the ball was delivered by a long kick had greater peak kinematics (all P < .001) than headers in which the ball was delivered by any other method. Results provide increased understanding of head impact frequency and magnitude in women’s collegiate soccer and may help inform efforts to prevent brain injury.

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Effect of Improper Soccer Heading on Serial Reaction Time Task Performance

Cited by 3 publications

References 38 publications

Where are We Headed? Evidence to Inform Future Football Heading Guidelines

Where are We Headed? Evidence to Inform Future Football Heading Guidelines

The number of purposeful headers female youth soccer players experience during games depends on player age but not player position

Characterization of Head Impact Exposure in Women’s Collegiate Soccer

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