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    The Practitioner
    |June 8, 1989
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    Squash requires significant physical fitness, meaning players should be conditioned before playing. Understanding the game

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Orthopedics
    • Ophthalmology

    Background:

    • Squash is a physically demanding sport requiring high levels of cardiovascular fitness and agility.
    • Players often sustain injuries due to the game's intense nature and rapid movements.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of pre-existing physical fitness for squash participation.
    • To inform General Practitioners (GPs) about common squash-related injuries and their management.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of common injuries associated with squash.
    • Analysis of the physical demands inherent in the sport.

    Main Results:

    • Squash necessitates a baseline level of fitness; it is not primarily a fitness-building activity.
    • Common injuries include eye trauma, tennis elbow, ankle sprains, and Achilles tendon ruptures.

    Conclusions:

    • Physicians should be aware of the specific injury patterns in squash players.
    • Understanding the game's dynamics aids in effective diagnosis and treatment of squash-related injuries.