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Study Title
The Acute Effects of Ball Pressure on Anticipation Timing Following a Series of Purposeful Headers in Adult Football (Soccer) Players
Objective
To investigate the immediate impact of ball pressure on anticipation timing after purposeful headers in adult soccer players.
Practical Solutions
- Use of lower-pressure and higher-pressure match balls for headers
- Assessment of anticipation timing accuracy before and after each intervention
Key Findings
No significant differences in anticipation timing accuracy were found across interventions, indicating that the anticipation timing task may not be sensitive enough to detect the effects of repeated heading on brain function.
Value
This study provides insights into the immediate effects of ball pressure on anticipation timing in soccer players, highlighting the need for more sensitive measures to assess the impact of purposeful heading on brain function.
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