Interlimb Asymmetry in Elite Soccer Players During Jumping and Change-of-Direction Tasks: Emphasizing Chronic Ankle Instability-Induced Contralateral Limb Deficit

These findings highlight the importance of considering contralateral limb deficits when interpreting interlimb asymmetries in players with CAI. Rehabilitation programs should address these deficits to optimize performance and reduce injury risk.

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Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach
Published
2026-02-17
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https://doi.org/10.1177/19417381251398562
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Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Interlimb Asymmetry in Elite Soccer Players During Jumping and Change-of-Direction Tasks: Emphasizing Chronic Ankle Instability-Induced Contralateral Limb Deficit

Hamed Esmaili, Mostafa Ziaei, Chris Bishop, Vahid Zolaktaf
Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach
Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Interlimb Asymmetry in Elite Soccer Players During Jumping and Change-of-Direction Tasks: Emphasizing Chronic Ankle Instability-Induced Contralateral Limb Deficit

Hamed Esmaili, Mostafa Ziaei, Chris Bishop, Vahid Zolaktaf
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Abstract

These findings highlight the importance of considering contralateral limb deficits when interpreting interlimb asymmetries in players with CAI. Rehabilitation programs should address these deficits to optimize performance and reduce injury risk.

Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach
University of Isfahan (IR), Middlesex University London (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
Foot and Ankle Surgery
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