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Navigating the fine line between performance and safety in sports: Insights from landing mechanics research - EurekAlert


The recent study by Datao Xu and his team at Ningbo University has unveiled important strategies that can be applied in athletic training and rehabilitation to curb the high rates of lower limb injuries. Their research meticulously analyzes the mechanics of single-leg landings—a common move in various sports—to propose enhanced landing techniques that not only aim to protect athletes but also improve their performance by enabling quicker recovery and continuation in sports activities.

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