Say Goodbye To Sports Injuries

Sports are a wonderful way to gain fitness and lose excess kilos while having a great time with friends. A great cure for loneliness and boredom, it leads to making friends and building enthusiasm in a new found interest. One thing that needs to be considered though is the fact that even in non contact sports it is still possible for injuries to occur. Our legs are our support beams and are the most used parts of our body in all weight bearing sports, unlike swimming which uses both arms and legs equally to cover distance, all supported by water. Even swimmers can sustain injury to shoulders through overdoing practice.

With sporting events being such a money-spinner these days, medical aid is always on site to take care of injured players immediately, and an ambulance handy is in case of serious injury. Rest, ice packs to reduce swelling, compression bandaging, and elevation of the injured area are the first steps used in the recovery process. In the majority of contact sports, injuries are bound to happen because of the rough nature of the game no matter how well or often the teams practice. Indoor sports don't have the problems of heat stress as outdoor sports do, but can be a source of the same types of injuries if preventative measures have not been taken before playing. As the old saying goes, "prevention is better than cure".

Any joint weaknesses should be strapped, taped or otherwise supported by an appropriate aid for the area concerned. These are widely available and recommended for use during play, reducing the risk of injury. This is highly advisable in games like indoor netball, volleyball, basketball and soccer, where players are in constant motion, running, jumping and twisting bodies to make near impossible shots. It is always wise to go through a warm up session and stretching routines before engaging in any form of exercise, whether it is aerobics, muscle building or toning, walking or jogging. Warming up before starting these routines or playing a game gets muscles into a state of readiness for what is ahead.

Stretching is good for muscles and ligaments and should also be a prerequisite for all exercise or sports. Making sure you are sufficiently hydrated with fluids containing electrolytes will prevent cramping of muscles and collapse through dehydration. Prevention of injuries through overuse is something that should be researched before taking up your chosen sport. Know your limitations and stay within them, wear the appropriate footwear and necessary supports, and you will enjoy your sport.


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