The goal of this study is to evaluate the effects of SM/NM training in ice hockey players. The specific questions include: 1) typical performance on sensorimotor and neuromuscular (SM/NM) tests 2) evaluate SM/NM training on ice hockey skills performance and SM/NM tests, 3) evaluate SM/NM control to prevent concussions and injuries Participants will: Consent and complete a series of SM/NM tests. Participate in their typical training for 4 weeks. Repeat the SM/NM tests. Participate in SM/NM training for 4 weeks as part of their off season training program. Repeat the SM/NM tests and on ice skills testing. Record any injuries and concussions that they sustain over the next season. Repeat the SM/NM tests and on ice skills tests at the start of the 2025 off season training (estimated May - July of 2025).
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Craniocervical flexion
Timeframe: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks each year, up to 2 years
Dynamic Visual Acuity
Timeframe: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks each year, up to 2 years
Vestibular Ocular Motor Screen (VOMS)
Timeframe: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks each year, up to 2 years
Advanced Functional Gait Assessment
Timeframe: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks each year, up to 2 years
Transition Agility Skate
Timeframe: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks each year, up to 2 years