Fatigue negatively impacts neck function in athletes, increasing the risk of concussions, especially for those with a history of concussions.
The study evaluated how exercise-induced central fatigue affects neck joint position error, strength, and endurance in both healthy individuals and those with a concussion history.
Results showed that fatigue led to significant increases in joint position error and decreases in neck flexor endurance and strength in both groups, indicating a deterioration in cervical neuromuscular function.