Martial arts sports medicine: current issues and competition event coverage.

Abstract

More sports medicine professionals are becoming actively involved in the care of the martial arts athlete.

Although there are many different forms of martial arts practiced worldwide, certain styles have shown a potential for increased participation in competitive-type events.

Further research is needed to better understand the prevalence and profiles of injuries sustained in martial arts full-contact competitive events.

Breaking down the martial art techniques into basic concepts of striking, grappling, and submission maneuvers, including choking and joint locking, may facilitate better understanding and management of injuries.

This article outlines this approach and reviews the commonly encountered injuries and problems during martial arts full-contact competitions.

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Subjects

• Athletic Injuries
• Emergency Treatment
• Humans
• Joints
• Martial Arts
• Physical Examination
• Protective Devices
• Sports Medicine

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Authors

• Robert S Nishime

Publication date

2009-02-10

Journal

Language

Eng.

Copyright

Current sports medicine reports

USA Judo Sports Medicine, Japan Town Medical Group, 280 Jackson Street, San Jose, CA 95112, USA. info [at] jtmgonline.com

Release reference

Curr Sports Med Rep. 2007 Jun;6(3):162-9

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