Analysis of the effects of functional training protocols in Crossfit and weight training on the prevention of lumbar injuries in physically active adults: integrative review
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v9i20.3238Keywords:
Spine, Central stability, Applied biomechanics, Motor control, Sports physiotherapyAbstract
In this study, we analyzed the effects of functional training protocols in CrossFit
and weight training focused on preventing lumbar injuries. We investigated the issue of high low back pain prevalence in physically active adults through an integrative literature review. We consulted databases such as PubMed, SciELO, and Web of Science, selecting fifteen articles published between 2018 and 2026. We observed that, although CrossFit shows a higher report of subjective pain, actual injury rates per training hour are equivalent to those of weight training. We identified that prior core activation and the application of the bracing maneuver are essential for spinal protection. We concluded that the practitioner's safety depends more on execution technique and qualified supervision than on the chosen modality. We highlight the role of the physiotherapist as a biomechanical educator in promoting spinal health and managing loads to avoid disabling painful processes.
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