This study aims to identify injury risk factors using a clinical/functional test battery in university basketball and volleyball athletes, to develop individualized exercise prescriptions for athletes scoring below established cut-off values on each test, and to evaluate the effects of an 8-week intervention program on test parameters.
As a secondary aim, all participants will be monitored prospectively over a 6-month season to assess the incidence of injuries and health problems, and to evaluate the contribution of the individualized program to injury-related health outcomes.
The study consists of four phases: (1) baseline cross-sectional assessment (T0), (2) 8-week individualized exercise intervention for athletes below cut-off thresholds, (3) post-intervention reassessment (T1), and (4) 6-month prospective injury surveillance (T2).
Active member of Acibadem University basketball or volleyball team
Regular training within the past 6 months
Age 18 years or older
Willing to participate and provide written informed consent
Surgical intervention within the past 6 months
Acute musculoskeletal injury within the past 2 weeks (acute sprain/strain/contusion etc.) that would preclude testing
History of vestibular disorder, neurological disease, or systemic condition that may affect balance testing
Uncontrolled cardiovascular disease/hypertension or other medical condition contraindicating exercise