Data Usage Consent

Researchers: Sport Science Rehab and Performance

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Purpose of data collection: At Sport Science Rehab and Performance, the acquisition of an individual’s data plays a pivotal role in our pursuit of enhancing the quality of services provided. Our commitment to utilizing this data revolves around the acquisition of valuable measures and metrics, encompassing parameters such as strength, power, and speed, which are essential to comprehending an individual’s physical condition and performance potential.

We employ these metrics as foundational components in our program design, thereby aiding individuals in their pursuit of diverse objectives, which may encompass performance enhancement or recovery from injuries. The underlying principle is to tailor our strategies to the unique needs and aspirations of each individual, thus ensuring that our interventions are precise, effective, and conducive to their desired outcomes.

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Furthermore, the systematic collection of data, specifically for sport science research, caters to our overarching objective of continually enhancing our knowledge base and strategic methodologies. By analyzing and interpreting this data, we gain critical insights that enable us to refine our approaches, thus contributing to a progressive evolution of the field of sport science. This research-driven approach not only serves to fortify our existing practices but also propels us towards the forefront of sport science research and development, pushing the boundaries of what is currently achievable and paving the way for innovative advancements in the field.

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Data Usage: The data that will be collected and may be used in research can include but is not limited to baseline testing data, weekly monitoring testing, in season testing data/ phase testing, and exit testing

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Voluntary Participation: Your decision for your data to be used in research is completely voluntary and you may choose to withdraw consent for data usage at any time. Your decision not to allow your data to be used will not influence the treatment you may be receiving or the nature of the ongoing relationship you may have with the researchers or study staff at Sport Science Rehab and Performance either now, or in the future.

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Withdrawal from the Study: You can choose to withdraw your consent for data usage in research at any time, for any reason, if you so decide. Your decision to withdraw your data, or to refuse to answer particular questions, will not affect your relationship with the researchers, Sport Science Rehab and Performance, or any other group associated with this project. In the event you withdraw consent for data usage, all associated data collected will be immediately withdrawn from the research project wherever possible.

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Confidentiality: All information you supply during the research will be held in confidence and unless you specifically indicate your consent, your name will not appear in any report or publication of the research. Data will be collected via VALD Technology (i.e., ForceDecks, ForceFrame, Nordbord, Dynamo) and field testing (i.e., timing gates, manual inputs (i.e., y-balance scores, ankle mobility, plank duration, etc.). Your data will be safely stored … [indicate how the data will be securely stored] and only research staff will have access to this information. Confidentiality will be provided to the fullest extent possible by law.

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Questions About the Research? If you have questions about the research in general or about your role in the research projects, please feel free to contact Ryan Morrison either by telephone at (343) 574-1788, or by email (info@hwhealth.ca).