Ankle kinematics show significant differences between genders during change of direction tasks—highlighting potential injury risks.
In male athletes, peak ankle dorsiflexion was observed at 19 degrees, while females reached only 12 degrees during similar movements.
Observational analysis focused on U18 basketball players executing a change of direction maneuver, capturing real-time kinematic data for both genders.
These findings underscore the need for tailored training programs to address specific gender-related biomechanical differences.