Differences in Shoulder Girdle Muscles in Young Swimmers

Examination of Differences in Shoulder Girdle Muscles in Young Swimmers According to Swimming Styles

This research aims to examine the effects of different swimming styles (freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, and backstroke) on the characteristics of the shoulder girdle muscles in young swimmers. Although it is known that shoulder girdle muscles undergo different levels of activation depending on swimming style, studies systematically examining these differences, especially in young swimmers during their developmental years, are limited. Identifying style-based differences in shoulder girdle muscle activation is of great importance for both optimizing training programs and preventing injuries.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being between 12-18 years old
• Having been involved in at least one swimming style for at least 3 years
• Having participated in at least one competition
• Obtaining parental consent. Obtaining parental consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having undergone any surgery on the shoulder girdle muscles.
• Having any orthopedic or physical disorder in the shoulder girdle muscles (e.g., frozen shoulder).
• Participating in another sport besides swimming.