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Optimizing sports performance depends on the interaction of physiological, biomechanical, and neuromuscular factors. In recent years, interest has increased in the relationship between stomatognathic function and athletic performance, particularly regarding the possible role of occlusal splints in neuromuscular activation. This study evaluated the effect of a customized occlusal splint on the increase of Concurrent Activation Potentiation.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| intervention group, which used a customized occlusal splint | Other | intervention group, which used a customized occlusal splint |
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| control group, which continued training without a splint | Other | control group, which continued training without a splint |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| occlusal splint | Other | occlusal Splint |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| swimming performance | swimming performance was quantified as pace in 100 meters and 50 meters freestyle, both measured in seconds with a digital stopwatch (SRUIS, ZSD013, France). For each participant and distance, three consecutive trials were recorded under standardized conditions, and averaged for statistical analysis | Measurements were taken during the training sessions, in day 1 |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Stroke efficiency | Stroke efficiency was measured as the number of strokes per 25 meters, determined by direct observation and manual counting by two externals observers | Measurements were taken during the training sessions, in day 1 |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular efficiency | Cardiovascular efficiency was assessed as maximum heart rate measured in beats per minute using a chest strap sensor (Garmin HRM-Pro-Plus), synchronized with a receiver unit (Garmin Forerunner 255s) | Measurements were taken during the training sessions, in day 1 |
| Maximum heart rate |
To be eligible for inclusion, participants had to be between 20 and 40 years of age, actively participating in regular swimming training, free from acute or chronic injuries, and willing to comply with the study protocol. Exclusion criteria included use of performance-enhancing substances, presence of systemic diseases, current use of medication affecting performance, active orthodontic appliances, temporomandibular joint disorders, pregnancy, or failure to complete the study protocol.
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Universidad Europea de Valencia | Valencia | 46003 | Spain |
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A randomized pilot clinical trial was conducted with 20 master swimmers, allocated to an intervention group, which used a customized occlusal splint, and a control group, which continued training without a splint. The variables analysed were 100-meter freestyle pace, 50-meter freestyle pace, number of strokes per 25 meters, and heart rate. Measurements were performed at baseline and after 88 days of follow-up. Statistical analysis included non-parametric methods, the Brunner-Langer model, the Wilcoxon test, and the Mann-Whitney U test. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05.
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Maximum heart rate was operationally defined as the highest value recorded during maximal effort testing |
| Measurements were taken during the training sessions, in day 1 |
| ID | Term |
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| D017090 | Occlusal Splints |
| ID | Term |
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| D009989 | Orthotic Devices |
| D009983 | Orthopedic Equipment |
| D013523 | Surgical Equipment |
| D004864 | Equipment and Supplies |
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