What question did this study set out to answer?

To establish a clear framework for selecting the appropriate mathematical equation to calculate interlimb asymmetries across bilateral and unilateral strength and conditioning assessments.

February 2, 2018Strength and conditioning journal

Interlimb Asymmetries: Understanding How to Calculate Differences From Bilateral and Unilateral Tests

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CBChris BishopEnglish Institute of Sport PRPaul ReadUniversity of Gloucestershire JLJason P. LakeUniversity of Chichester

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Methodological framework demonstrates tailored asymmetry equation selection for bilateral and unilateral athletic testing, highlighting the need for accurate longitudinal tracking.

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To establish a clear framework for selecting the appropriate mathematical equation to calculate interlimb asymmetries across bilateral and unilateral strength and conditioning assessments.
Reviewed mathematical equations commonly used to quantify between-limb differences in athletic performance literature.
Categorized calculation methods based on their operational applicability to unilateral versus bilateral testing protocols.
Defined specific criteria for matching asymmetry equations to testing modalities to prevent miscalculation and inaccurate data interpretation.
Provided guidelines for longitudinal data analysis to help practitioners effectively monitor changes in interlimb differences over time.

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Bishop et al. (2018) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f54f330232f2dd45af2cec https://doi.org/10.1519/ssc.0000000000000371

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Methodological framework demonstrates tailored asymmetry equation selection for bilateral and unilateral athletic testing, highlighting the need for accurate longitudinal tracking.

Interlimb Asymmetries: Understanding How to Calculate Differences From Bilateral and Unilateral Tests

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Interlimb Asymmetries: Understanding How to Calculate Differences From Bilateral and Unilateral Tests

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