Setting Standard Levels for Physical and Motor Performance of Injured Players after Rehabilitation

Abstract

The research aimed to establish standard levels of physical and motor performance for injured tennis players after rehabilitation. The researcher used the experimental method as it was best suited to the research problem.

The research population and sample consisted of (148) injured players in Iraqi clubs. Players with mild injuries were excluded from the study. The researcher selected these players purposively because they represent clubs participating in tournaments organized by the Iraqi Football Association. An additional (28) players were selected randomly (by lottery) as a pilot sample. The researcher conducted several interviews with experts in training, measurement, and evaluation to select appropriate tests for the research sample. Statistical analysis was used to select several tests that measure the standard levels of injured players after rehabilitation. The researcher then presented the research results in statistical tables for analysis and discussion. The researcher established standard levels that divide the sample into three categories, each based on performance level. Since all results were less than the significance level of (0.05), the researcher concludes that injured players can be classified into three categories according to the type of injury and recommends subjecting them to continuous testing to maintain a high level of physical fitness.