THE EFFECT OF A REHABILITATION PROGRAM BASED ON THE (ASI) MODEL ON REDUCING NEUROMUSCULAR ASYMMETRY IN SELECTED PHYSICAL ABILITIES AMONG ATHLETES WITH LOWER LIMB INJURIES

Abstract

This study aims to identify the effect of a rehabilitation program based on the Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) model on reducing neuromuscular asymmetry in some physical abilities of athletes with lower limb injuries. The researcher adopted the experimental method and applied the program to a single experimental sample consisting of nine athletes suffering from moderate lower limb injuries. The rehabilitation program focused on increasing training loads on the weaker limb. The results showed statistically significant differences between the pre- and post-tests in favor of the post-test in the variables of strength, balance, reaction speed, and agility. It was concluded that the rehabilitation program based on the ASI model effectively contributed to reducing neuromuscular asymmetry and improving the functional efficiency of the injured limb. The study recommends adopting this model in sports rehabilitation programs, with emphasis on training the weaker limb to a safe and effective return of athletes to sports activity.