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Injuries in competitive swimming
1Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, USA.
Clinics in Sports Medicine
|May 7, 1999
Summary
Competitive swimming is not injury-free, with athletes experiencing traumatic and overuse injuries. Data from United States Swimming, Incorporated, highlights injury trends in competitive swimmers.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Public Health
Background:
- Competitive swimming is often perceived as a low-risk sport.
- However, injuries can occur due to various factors, including new techniques.
- Accidents involving athletes and spectators also contribute to injury statistics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze injury data within competitive swimming.
- To understand the types and circumstances of injuries in the sport.
- To inform safety protocols and injury prevention strategies.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing injury data collected by United States Swimming, Incorporated.
- Analyzing reported injuries to club members.
- Reviewing safety accreditation requirements for coaches.
Main Results:
- Competitive swimming does involve traumatic and overuse injuries.
- New diving and starting techniques are associated with specific accidents.
- Data collection by the national governing body provides insights into injury patterns.
Conclusions:
- The notion of swimming being entirely injury-free is inaccurate.
- Systematic data collection is crucial for understanding and mitigating swimming-related injuries.
- Safety accreditation and awareness are important for competitive swimming environments.