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Flagship open-access journal of Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) and a companion title to the highly-respected Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (JSAMS). EiC: A/Prof Jessica Orchard @jessicajorchard.bsky.social

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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Bian et al. aim to explore the benefits of integrating virtual reality into competition warm-up in a new trial of fencing athletes. Read the protocol: zurl.co/SRlQG #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine #fencing #sportstechnology
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The December 2026 edition of JSAMS Plus is now in progress online. You can read a selection of complete articles here: zurl.co/WfaxB #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Is visualisation the key to success? In a study of 20 youth football players, motor imagery was shown to significantly improve performance in penalty shootouts. Read more: zurl.co/nztWH #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #research #youthsport #soccer #football
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
As ways to measure sporting data evolve, it is important to consider differences in systems to ensure consistency in results. This study compares two systems used to track golf ball and club metrics, and explores consistency and absolute agreement. More: zurl.co/ZIAbN
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
A study of female karate athletes reveals the importance of managing anxiety in combat sports. Read the article: zurl.co/JAASX #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine #combatsports #anxiety #femaleathletes #womeninsport #karate
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Findings from a recent study suggest that higher load intensities acutely enhance muscle coordination and reduce asymmetry during bilateral resistance exercise. Read the article: zurl.co/YIwtg #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #resistancetraining
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
This article builds on previous research into sex-based differences in running performance in children, using an Australian subject group and including shorter distances. Read the article: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #sportsscience #sports #sportsmedicine #youthsport #youthathletics
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Wilson et al. evaluate the Martial Arts Striking Sports prehabilitation program in a recreational setting, addressing the gap in injury prevention at non-professional levels of the sport. Read: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #sportsscience #sports #research #injuryprevention #martialarts
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Do urinary incontinence and pelvic floor symptoms affect sport participation? An Australian team surveyed 746 female field hockey players to study healthcare seeking behaviours and the effect of these symptoms on activity. Read: zurl.co/E7zSN #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Nakamura et al. investigate the effect of menstrual disorders on the magnitude of post-exercise hypotension. Read the article: zurl.co/sbXtn #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine #womeninsport #menstrualdisorders #hypotension
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Using publicly available data, this study investigates the feasibility of Australia's commitment to increase sport participation among people with disabilities by 500,000 in the lead up to the 2032 Paralympic Games. Read: zurl.co/THEwv #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
In a randomised controlled trial, this study aims to evaluate and compare the effects of multi-angle isometric and dynamic resistance training on several fitness indicators in healthy adults. Read: zurl.co/UMuTs #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports#research#sportsmedicine
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
This study examined the usability and acceptability of a newly developed support needs assessment tool from the perspectives of people with disability, health professionals, community-based fitness professionals, and relevant researchers. Read: zurl.co/RyIIw
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of research assessing voluntary activation of the ankle plantar flexors using established techniques. Read: zurl.co/KJTif #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience#sports#journal#research#sportsmedicine#ankle#lowerlimb
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Using a web-based iron questionnaire, this study aimed to assess iron-related knowledge among female athletes and support staff, and to explore factors influencing iron deficiency management practices among practitioners. Read: zurl.co/NOcUf #JSAMSPLUS#sportsscience
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
A new study by Edwards et al. used 3D motion capture of 455 rugby tackles to identify the modifiable components of tackle technique that predict inertial head kinematics of both the tackler and ball carrier. Read: zurl.co/sU8b7 #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Children and adolescents with disability experience lower physical activity levels and face barriers to sport participation. This study used survey and interview data to assess the suitability of multi-sport activity days to address these issues. Read: zurl.co/Uupgv
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
In a cross-sectional study, Nyitrai et al. found a lack of consensus and understanding among skill raters as to what constitutes proficient motor skill performance. Read: zurl.co/yGU7K #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine #swimming
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
This study by Aoyama et al. investigates how infant weight gain and motor development can predict adiposity and physical activity during childhood and preadolescence. Read: zurl.co/cm3BF #JSAMSPLUS #sportsscience #sports #journal #research #sportsmedicine
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
This paper investigates how senior-level UK skaters train, manage workload, approach nutrition, and experience injury, offering valuable data to inform safer training strategies and improved athlete education. Read: zurl.co/pbZij #riskreduction #sportsresearch
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
This study by O'Rourke et al. aimed to explore children’s, caregivers', and coaches' perceptions of the coaching role in recreational sport programs that involve children with and without disabilities. Read: zurl.co/gWesT #sportscience #research #youthinsport
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A/Prof Jessica Orchard @jessicajorchard.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Looking forward to working with our amazing coinvestigator team Prof Andre La Gerche, Dr Nathan Luies & Dr James Marangou #cardiovascularresearch
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A/Prof Jessica Orchard @jessicajorchard.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Thank you @heartfoundation for supporting our Hearts in FOCUS program. We are delighted to be able to do this research. We will codesign a culturally-safe cardiac screening program for young First Nations people in remote northern Australia in a community sporting setting.
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
This pilot study in professional #rugby tracked biomechanics and #selfefficacy across rehab phases, finding strong links. Results support an interdisciplinary #rehabilitation approach to optimise #injuryrecovery and safe return to sport. 👀 zurl.co/sQS5e
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Participation-focused #physicalactivity interventions build not just skills but meaningful #participation. This study explored the ‘Run Club’ for adolescents with #cerebralpalsy, mapping delivery and experiences to the #fPRC framework. 🔗 zurl.co/uGJFE
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A/Prof Jessica Orchard @jessicajorchard.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
Our review just out: Associations Between Common Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis Treatments and All-Cause Mortality www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13... Key finding: Exercise and GLP-1 RA prescription are associated with reduced all-cause mortality. @drjohnorchard.bsky.social
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John Orchard @drjohnorchard.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13... Associations between common hip and knee osteoarthritis treatments and all-cause mortality pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40941581
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
Ultra-endurance racing is booming but brings risks from cardiac strain to heat stroke. This study audits global pre-race screening and harm reduction, exposing gaps and opportunities to strengthen #athletesafety in #ultraendurance and #sportsmedicine. 👉 zurl.co/w64Lm
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
This ABC story on the financial impact of AFL injuries draws on research recently published in JSAMS Plus. Read the full article here: zurl.co/fJWBU
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The hidden impact of injuries costing AFL clubs millions
New research highlights the financial impact of injuries in the AFL, with one club losing $13 millions over six seasons, nearly 17 per cent of its total player salaries. 
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Ahead of the #Brisbane2032 Paralympics, Australia has pledged to boost #sport among people with #disability by 500,000. This study maps the disability population and activity levels to guide how the Games can deliver the most #inclusive legacy. 👀 Read: zurl.co/mTUXH
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Exploring how isometric vs dynamic resistance training shape strength, hypertrophy, recovery & performance, this pilot study aims to fill key gaps & guide future training guidelines. 🔗 zurl.co/cJLTc #jsamsplus #resistancetraining #isometrictraining #exercisephysiology
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Injuries and illnesses cost #AFL clubs more than just missed matches. This study quantifies the #salaryimpact of #match-loss injuries at a professional AFL club, offering a model to inform #preventionstrategies and resource planning across elite sport. 🔗zurl.co/mlqnS
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John Orchard @drjohnorchard.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Our new book recently published covering injuries, lumbar stress fractures and all other Sports Science Sports Medicine in our great sport of Cricket link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
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Cricket Sports Medicine
Cricket Sports Medicine is a guide for healthcare professionals on areas including injury prevention, rehabilitation to optimise cricketers of all levels.
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
Chronic adductor-related #groinpain is common in athletes and often resists standard treatment. This study explores the short-term impact of #botulinumtoxin A injections into the #adductorlongus, showing potential to reduce pain and improve function. 👉 zurl.co/n3Lux
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Are #exercisetrials in #cerebralpalsy truly representative? This review found major gaps in participant diversity and sample #homogeneity, raising concerns about the validity and generalisability of the evidence. 👀 Read at zurl.co/bHv3v
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Young #FirstNationsAustralians in the #NT face #SCD rates up to 15 times the national average. A new study urges culturally safe, community-led #screening from age 18, with support from mobile services, role models, and sport-based outreach. 🔗 Read: zurl.co/qqXVb
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Call for Papers 📢 VSI: Concussion prevention and surveillance Special issue seeking original research and reviews on reducing #concussion and #headimpacts through surveillance, rule changes, equipment, and training. Deadline: 1 Dec 2025. 👉 Learn more: zurl.co/H4MDj
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
#Childhoodcancer survivors face #chronichealth risks & #lowactivity. #Exercise helps reduce long-term effects, but support is limited. The #MERRIERstudy offers tailored, remote programs to help survivors stay active and overcome access barriers. 👉 Read: zurl.co/SxP8t
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
#AllAbilitiesTouchFootball promotes #inclusion for diverse players but needs a classification framework for #faircompetition. This study provides the first player performance analysis to guide its development. 👀 Read via 'Volume 5' link in bio.
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
This #protocol aims to develop and evaluate #MakingMoves, a co-designed online #physicalactivity program that improves access and supports physical activity for #childhoodcancer #survivors aged 8-21, regardless of their location. 🔗 Read here: zurl.co/Qv9Xn
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
This paper compares #post-operative outcomes in #youngadults undergoing #ACL reconstruction (#ACLR) across #private and #public #healthcare settings, aiming to understand how healthcare service type influences #recovery and quality of life. 👉 Read: zurl.co/u1bzS
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
#Injurysurveillance guides resource use and wellbeing strategies. This study predicts injury presence and duration in #circusstudents by combining #demographic, #physical, #physiological, and #psychological factors, filling gaps in prior research. 👀 Read: zurl.co/Xw4ss
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
#Sport is seen as a tool for disability #inclusion, but the concept remains inconsistently defined. This scoping #review explores how inclusion is understood in #disabilitysport research, focusing on #goalball and #wheelchairbasketball. 🔗 Read: zurl.co/pS551
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
With total hip arthroplasty (#THA) rates set to double, this systematic review explored whether #PreoperativeEducation or #exercise improves patient satisfaction – a key outcome in value-based #care and patient-centered approaches to #JointReplacement. 👉 zurl.co/LiWmL
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A/Prof Jessica Orchard @jessicajorchard.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
New OSIICS version 15 published Open access: t.co/IUPGyGgfFn Includes new diagnoses in sports cardiology, sports dermatology, sports concussion and more...
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John Orchard @drjohnorchard.bsky.social · 09/11/2024
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... Australian athletes outlive the general population but rock/pop musicians don’t
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Comparison of cancer and all-cause death rates of Australian rock and pop musicians, footballers, cricketers and the general population
Multiple international studies, including some from Australia, have found that professional and elite athletes have lower death rates/greater life exp…
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Despite their benefits, community gym use is low among young adults with disability due to cost barriers and added support needs. This study explored access options, user needs and pricing decisions across disability, recreation and government sectors. 👀 zurl.co/RoaIr
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
#RugbyLeague involves frequent #collisions, with #concussion well-studied in the #NRL but rarely in #sub-elite levels. This study examined #QLDCup concussion incidence, #gameplay characteristics, video signs, and #return-to-play timelines. 🔗 Read here: zurl.co/IH8iE
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Sudden #cardiac death is more common and earlier in #FirstNations Australians, with #CHD deaths over twice those of non-First Nations. This study reviewed #NT cases under 40 and proposed #screening strategies. 👉 Paper: zurl.co/ljkrF 👀 Media: zurl.co/hAvxG
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JSAMS Plus @jsams-plus.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
This study explored the feasibility of a classification framework for #disability sport. A tailored system could better support players with varying #impairments, expand participation, and improve #fairness in #AllAbilitiesTouchFootball. 🔗 Read: zurl.co/4DNni
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