| Purpose. The purpose of our study was to examine how 20 minutes of functional fatigue affected dynamic balance ability (LOS) as measured by the Biodex Balance System (BBS) in collegiate athletes.; Problem. Dynamic balance ability, which has the most influence on the athletic performance, will be most difficult when fatigued, which might lead to decreased performance and increase the chance of injury.; Methods. This study used a within-subject design. Fourteen Division II collegiate soccer athletes participated in this study. Testing was administered two times under fatigued and non-fatigued condition.; Findings. There was a significant difference in LOS overall score due to fatigue (t(13) = -3.645, P = .003).; Conclusions. Twenty minutes of functional activity will likely have a negative influence on dynamic balance ability in Division II collegiate athletes. Our findings suggest that 20 minutes of sport activities will lead to decreased dynamic balance ability and potentially, performance level, as well as an increased risk of injury. |
