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    Differences in Spinopelvic Kinematics in Sweep and Scull Ergometer Rowing

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    Authors
    Strahan, A.
    Burnett, A.
    Caneiro, Joao
    Doyle, M.
    O'Sullivan, Peter
    Goodman, C.
    Date
    2011
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Strahan, Alexander D. and Burnett, Angus F. and Caneiro, Joao Paulo and Doyle, Matthew M. and O'Sullivan, Peter B. and Goodman, Carmel. 2011. Differences in Spinopelvic Kinematics in Sweep and Scull Ergometer Rowing. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine. 21 (4): 330-336.
    Source Title
    Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine
    DOI
    10.1097/JSM.0b013e31821a6465
    ISSN
    1050-642X
    School
    School of Physiotherapy
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/41672
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Objective: The spinopelvic kinematics of sweep and scull have yet to be investigated, despite evidence suggesting that sweep rowing may be provocative for low back pain (LBP). The aim of this study was to determine whether differences existed in spinopelvic kinematics in high-level rowers without LBP in sweep and scull ergometer rowing. Design: Repeated measures study. Setting: Institute of Sport Laboratory. Participants: Ten high-level rowers. Interventions: Kinematics of the pelvis, lower lumbar, upper lumbar, and lower thoracic regions during the drive phase of the rowing stroke were measured while rowing on an interchangeable sweep/scull ergometer. Main Outcome Measures: Total and segmental spinopelvic kinematics. Results: Sweep rowing showed greater lateral bend (P < 0.05) throughout the stroke, which was predominately due to movement of the upper lumbar and lower thoracic regions. Furthermore, sweep rowing displayed a greater magnitude (P < 0.05) of axial rotation at the catch (created at the pelvis). Both sweep and scull rowing showed values close to end range flexion for the lower lumbar spine at the catch and early drive phases. No difference (P > 0.05) was evident in lateral bend or axial rotation values for the lower lumbar region. Conclusions: Some differences exist in spinopelvic kinematics between sweep and scull ergometer rowing. However, it may be speculated that the lack of differences in lateral bend and axial rotation at the lower lumbar spine in sweep rowing may represent an adaptive and protective approach of experienced rowers. This may be the focus of future research studies.

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