Key result
Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to after training maintained injury incidence rates (11.8 vs 12.3 injuries/1000 h) but significantly reduced severe time loss injuries (33 vs 58; P<0.002).
Why the study?
Although the 11+ program reduces injuries in sub-elite football, compliance is typically poor, suggesting strategies to optimize delivery are necessary.
Does rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to after training reduce injury incidence and improve compliance in semi-professional football players?
RCT (n=806)
Randomized
Yes
Does rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to after training reduce injury incidence and improve compliance in semi-professional football players?
Absolute Event Rate: 11.8% vs 12.3%
Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to the end of training improves compliance and reduces severe injury burden in semi-professional football players.
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Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ after training reduces severe injury burden while maintaining incidence; extends evidence for optimized delivery in semi-professional football.
Whalan et al. (2019) conducted an RCT in Injury prevention in semi-professional football (n=806). Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to after training vs. Standard-11+ program before training was evaluated on Injury incidence rate (injuries/1000 h). Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ program to after training maintained injury incidence rates (11.8 vs 12.3 injuries/1000 h) but significantly reduced severe time loss injuries (33 vs 58; P<0.002).
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