Patellar Mobility in Elite Swimmers of Jorhat Swimming Society: A Cross-Sectional Study

Year : 2025 | Volume : 03 | Issue : 01 | Page : 1 6
    By

    N Victoria Chumthang,

  • Ankur Jyoti Bora,

  1. Student, Department of Physiotherapy, Jorhat Medical College, Assam, India
  2. Senior Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy, Jorhat Medical College & Hospital, Assam, India

Abstract

Background: Patellar mobility is vital for swimmers, affecting leg propulsion and injury risk. Understanding its role in swimming biomechanics enhances insights into knee stability and performance across different strokes. Aim: To assess patellar mobility in elite swimmers of Jorhat Swimming Society, Jorhat, Assam. Purpose: To explore the relationship between patellar mobility and swimming stroke styles, specifically focusing on knee biomechanics during the stroke. Methodology: A cross-sectional study involving 27 elite swimmers from Jorhat Swimming Society. Participants provided informed consent. The patella glide test was conducted to measure mobility, using a tape measure to record distances from the midpatella to the medial and lateral femoral epicondyles at 20° of knee flexion. Results: Analysis at a significance level of 0.05 revealed that the left patella had greater inferior mobility than the right (p=0.043). ANOVA showed significant differences in mobility across stroke styles, with hypomobility prevalent in superior and inferior directions (p=0.022). Backstroke and freestyle swimmers generally exhibited consistent patella mobility, ranging from 0.5 to 1.5 cm. Conclusion: This study shows variations in patellar mobility among elite swimmers, highlighting injury risks and the need for targeted interventions.

Keywords: Patellar mobility, elite swimmers, breaststrokers, knee pain, knee flexion

[This article belongs to International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices ]

How to cite this article:
N Victoria Chumthang, Ankur Jyoti Bora. Patellar Mobility in Elite Swimmers of Jorhat Swimming Society: A Cross-Sectional Study. International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices. 2025; 03(01):1-6.
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N Victoria Chumthang, Ankur Jyoti Bora. Patellar Mobility in Elite Swimmers of Jorhat Swimming Society: A Cross-Sectional Study. International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices. 2025; 03(01):1-6. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ijornp/article=2025/view=206995


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Regular Issue Subscription Original Research
Volume 03
Issue 01
Received 12/12/2024
Accepted 18/02/2025
Published 10/03/2025
Publication Time 88 Days
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