Trunk and Lower Limb Mechanics during Multi-Directional Cutting in Dominant and Non-dominant Limbs of Athletes: Implications for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk

This study investigates how limb dominance and cutting angles affect trunk and lower limb biomechanics, as well as trunk muscle activation during multidirectional change of direction tasks in male athletes, with a focus on implications for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury risk. The findings reveal that while cutting angles significantly influence biomechanics, limb dominance also plays a crucial role in trunk control and muscle activation patterns, suggesting that these factors should be considered in training and rehabilitation programs to mitigate ACL injury risk.