Neuromuscular Effects of Acute Fatigue in Adolescent Basketball

Acute Effects of Basketball Training on Neuromuscular Performance and Dynamic Balance in Professional Adolescent Basketball Players: A Sex-Based Analysis

The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effects of acute fatigue on neuromuscular control and performance parameters in professional adolescent basketball players and to determine the relationship between fatigue level and neuromuscular control variables. As a secondary aim, the study seeks to examine whether these effects differ according to sex.

The research hypotheses are as follows. The null hypothesis (H1-0) states that acute fatigue has no significant effect on neuromuscular control parameters in adolescent basketball players, including balance performance, landing mechanics, ground contact time, and asymmetry ratios. The alternative hypothesis (H1-1) proposes that acute fatigue has a significant effect on these neuromuscular control parameters.

The second null hypothesis (H2-0) states that the effects of acute fatigue on neuromuscular control parameters do not differ according to sex. The alternative hypothesis (H2-1) suggests that the effects of acute fatigue on neuromuscular control parameters differ according to sex.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged between 13 and 18 years
• Registered professional/club-level basketball player
• Engaging in regular training at least 3 days per week
• No history of lower extremity surgery or severe injury within the past 6 months

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of congenital musculoskeletal anomalies or neurological disorders
• Cardiovascular, respiratory, or metabolic conditions that prevent safe participation in the tests
• Athletes involved in additional high-intensity performance programs beyond regular training