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Injury in elite county-level hurling: a prospective study
John C Murphy1, Conor Gissane, Catherine Blake
1UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Population Science, Health Sciences Centre, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
British Journal of Sports Medicine
|October 22, 2010
Summary
Elite male hurling players experience a high incidence of sports injuries, particularly during matches. Muscle strains and lower limb injuries are most common, highlighting the need for targeted prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Epidemiology
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Hurling is a high-impact Gaelic sport with a significant risk of player injury.
- Understanding injury patterns is crucial for developing effective prevention and management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence, prevalence, and nature of sports injuries in elite male hurling players.
- To provide data that can inform clinicians and coaches on injury risks in hurling.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study was conducted over the 2007 hurling season, following four county-grade teams.
- Data on injury incidence, prevalence, and descriptions were collected from 127 male players over 34 weeks.
Main Results:
- A total of 204 injuries were recorded, affecting 82% of players.
- Injury incidence was significantly higher during match-play (102.5 per player) compared to training (5.3 per player).
- Muscle strains (42.2%) and lower limb injuries (71%), particularly hamstring strains, were the most frequent injury types.
Conclusions:
- The study reveals a high injury incidence in hurling, especially during matches, exceeding rates in many other sports.
- Findings underscore the importance of addressing match-related injuries and lower limb strains in elite hurling.
- The data provides valuable insights for sports medicine professionals and coaches involved in hurling.
