Biomechanical factors affecting sports injuries of college basketball players and training optimization

Basketball is a physically demanding sport that involves high-intensity movement like jumping, cutting, and rapid direction changes. College basketball players are particularly susceptible to sports injuries due to the repetitive stress placed on their musculoskeletal systems. College basketball players frequently suffer from sports-related injuries due to improper movement techniques, excessive usage, and high physical demands. The study analyzes the biomechanical factors affecting sports injuries among college basketball players and develops optimized training programs that focus on injury prevention and performance enhancement. A mixed-methods approach combines biomechanical analysis, injury tracking, and performance assessments. Participants were separated into two groups: the intervention group, which engaged in an 8-week plyometric training program as a warm-up before their regular training, and the control group, which received a regular warm-up exercise program before training. The study outcomes from both groups were assessed in terms of (i) biomechanics during a leg drop-landing task, (ii) biodex balance system, and (iii) athletic performance. Key metrics, such as vertical ground reaction force, knee valgus, ankle dorsiflexion, knee flexion, and hip flexion were evaluated for the interventions before and after 8 weeks. The study identified several biomechanical factors, such as improper joint alignment, muscle imbalances, and incorrect landing techniques, contributing to common injuries like sprains and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. The intervention group showed important enhancements in athletic performance, biodex balance system, and biomechanics compared to the control group. The study highlights biomechanical analysis is crucial for injury risk identification and optimizing training programs for college basketball players, with plyometric training reducing injury incidence and improving functional performance.