Publications by authors named "Marese Gilhooly"
J Sport Rehabil
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Ladies Gaelic Football (LGF) is rapidly growing in popularity as the fastest growing female sport in Europe, and camogie is among the top female team sports in Ireland, both at a high risk for injuries comparable to professional sports like rugby and soccer due to their elite level demands.
- - A qualitative study was conducted using focus groups with elite LGF and camogie players to analyze their understanding of injury surveillance (IS) and discuss barriers and facilitators in injury reporting practices within their teams.
- - Findings revealed that injury reporting is influenced by player mindset, organizational culture, and accessibility to healthcare professionals (HCPs), highlighting the importance of HCPs in fostering a supportive environment that encourages timely injury reporting and management.
J Sci Med Sport
June 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study aims to analyze the incidence of injuries and surveillance methods in elite adult female players of field-based team sports through a systematic literature review.
- A total of 20 studies were examined, finding that injuries occurred more frequently during match play than training, particularly in Australian football, where the highest injury rates were noted.
- The review emphasizes the need for standardized injury definitions and consistent data collection methods to improve injury surveillance and implement effective prevention strategies in this athlete population.
