• The Training of Olympic Alpine Ski Racers 

      Gilgien, Matthias; Reid, Robert Cortas; Raschner, Christian; Supej, Matej; Holmberg, Hans-Christer (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-12-21)
      Alpine combined was the only alpine ski racing event at the first Winter Olympic Games in 1936, but since then, slalom, giant slalom, super-G, downhill, and team events have also become Olympic events. Substantial improvements in slope preparation, design of courses, equipment, and the skills of Olympic alpine skiers have all helped this sport attain its present significance. Improved snow ...
    • Whole-body vibrations associated with alpine skiing: A risk factor for low back pain? 

      Supej, Matej; Ogrin, Jan; Holmberg, Hans-Christer (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-03-09)
      Alpine skiing, both recreational and competitive, is associated with high rates of injury. Numerous studies have shown that occupational exposure to whole-body vibrations is strongly related to lower back pain and some suggest that, in particular, vibrations of lower frequencies could lead to overuse injuries of the back in connection with alpine ski racing. However, it is not yet known which ...