The association between spike technique and injuries in competitive volleyball players—a pilot study

Key Points

• No clear advantage of spike technique was observed regarding shoulder injuries in players, indicating more research is necessary.
• The gender-specific trend shows that women using the bow & arrow technique may be at greater risk of injury.
• Participants in the pilot study may not fully represent all competitive levels, limiting the findings' applicability.
• Future research should include more objective biomechanical assessments to gain deeper insights into injury risks.

Abstract