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Motor Imagery is Effective in the Prevention of Landing Errors in Volleyball Players: a Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating motor imagery for Motor Imagery. Completed, enrolled 30 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Although the effectiveness of motor imagery in improving performance in sports is known, there is no research on its preventive role against injuries. the primary aim of this study is to investigate the effect of motor imagery on improving risk factors related to jumps and falls in volleyball players. The secondary aim of this study is to investigate the effect of motor imagery on cortical functions.
Study Details
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Interventions
The researcher will explain to the players what MI is and how it works. Following the explanation, players will seated in a comfortable armchair facing the researcher, will ask to minimize distracting thoughts, and to be as mindful as possible without speaking for five minutes, and to imagine themselves executing the correct angles during a landing.