JOSKA: ISORI KAMPAR JURNAL
Vol. 2 No. 01 (2025): March Issue JOSKA: ISORI KAMPAR JURNAL

The Importance of Physical Screening in Enhancing Athlete Performance: A Literature Review of Health and Injury Prevention Aspects

Nimrot Manalu (Univeristas Negeri Medan, Indonesia.)
Yikren Marito Marbun (Univeristas Negeri Medan, Indonesia.)
Nikolas Marupa Turnip (Univeristas Negeri Medan, Indonesia.)
Boja Nerta Sembiring (Univeristas Negeri Medan, Indonesia.)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Mar 2025

Abstract

Objectives: This literature review examines the role of physical screening in enhancing athletic performance through health optimization and injury prevention strategies. The study aims to synthesize current evidence on screening methodologies and their impact on athlete safety and performance outcomes. Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using electronic databases to identify relevant studies on physical screening in athletics. Studies were selected based on predetermined criteria focusing on pre-participation screening, injury prevention, and performance enhancement methodologies. Results: The analysis revealed that comprehensive physical screening programs incorporating pre-participation medical evaluations, functional movement assessments, and advanced monitoring techniques significantly contribute to injury prevention and performance optimization. Key screening components include cardiovascular assessments, musculoskeletal evaluations, biomechanical analyses, and integrated approaches combining conventional and innovative monitoring methods. Conclusion: Physical screening serves as a fundamental component in athlete health management and performance enhancement. The integration of traditional screening methods with advanced technologies provides comprehensive athlete assessment capabilities, enabling personalized interventions for optimal performance and injury prevention.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

joska

Publisher

Subject

Education Health Professions Other

Description

JOSKA: ISORI KAMPAR JURNAL is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Ikatan Sarjana Olahraga Republik Indonesia (Kabupaten Kampar). This journal provides a scholarly platform for high-quality research and conceptual articles in the field of sports and exercise science and related ...