Nutrition for injury prevention in combat sport athletes

Athletes in combat sports have a high risk of injury, with common issues affecting the head, neck, and limbs. Proper nutrition, including proteins and omega-3s, can help prevent injuries and speed up recovery, making it a key part of staying healthy and returning to training.

Overview of injuries in soccer

Soccer, one of the most popular sports in the world, comes with various risks of injury. This study highlights sport-specific injury information, injury prevention, and challenges with implementation.

Strength training for injury prevention

In soccer, preventing injuries is crucial for player performance and long-term health. Current evidence supports strength training, including methods like eccentric and flywheel training, to reduce injury risks effectively.

Protective equipment in hockey

Protective equipment plays an important role in keeping hockey players safe from injuries, including concussions. Recent research out of the University of Calgary has shown that wearing mouthguards (both off-the-shelf and custom-made) can reduce the risk of concussion in youth hockey players. Policies that reflect research findings are important to ensure that athletes are wearing the appropriate…

Injuries in the new Olympic sport of breakdancing

The fast-paced, acrobatic sport of breakdancing, or “breaking”, will make its debut at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris this summer. A recent study looked at the injury, training, biomechanical, and physiological profiles of breakers and found that they are at a higher risk of injury than other forms of dance, with knee injuries reported…

Stretching and strain injury reduction

Stretching is a common practice used to warm up and increase range of motion before physical activity. A recent study finds that there is little evidence that pre-exercise stretching decreases all-cause injury risk, but there is stronger evidence for a static stretch-induced reduction in strain type injuries, particularly in running-based sport.

Holistic approach to injury interventions

Interventions that are evidence informed and co-created with end-users are more likely to be effective, but injury prevention programs have typically been developed by experts only. In the quest to reduce injuries among young handball players, researchers have developed a holistic injury prevention intervention that puts the end-users, including players, coaches, and club administrators, at…

Back to basics: Recovery techniques for athletes

Effective athletic recovery combines proven methods like foam rolling, compression garments, and cryotherapy with fundamental practices of good sleep, nutrition, and training. While new gadgets like massage guns and recovery boots are tempting, they often lack strong evidence of efficacy. Before investing in the latest device, prioritize the basics, keep an eye on what science…

Injury and gender across sports

In the realm of sports, the potential for injury looms large, with varying degrees of risk across different athletic endeavours. A recent study reveals that, overall, soccer has the highest head impact rate among both boys and girls. However, when examining male and female sports separately, male high school soccer, basketball, and lacrosse teams exhibit…

Youth baseball and softball player injuries

Baseball and softball are widely enjoyed by young athletes and contribute to the yearly tally of sports-related injuries. A recent study revealed that injuries among youth baseball players often occur due to contact, with a greater occurrence of head, neck, and facial injuries. On the other hand, softball injuries commonly affect the lower limbs and…