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Injuries in Interscholastic Track and Field.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 20, 2016
Summary
Track and field athletes experience frequent injuries, primarily musculotendinous and lower extremity issues, often during practice. These sports injuries lead to significant time loss, impacting both male and female participants.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Training
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Track and field is a widely participated sport among high school students.
- Understanding injury patterns is crucial for prevention and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence and characteristics of track and field injuries in high school athletes.
- To compare injury patterns between male and female participants.
- To identify the most common injury types and circumstances.
Main Methods:
- A two-year observational study involving 308 boys and 208 girls across four high schools.
- Data collection on injury type, event, practice vs. competition, and time loss.
- Analysis of injury patterns and comparison between sexes.
Main Results:
- A total of 101 injuries in boys and 73 in girls were recorded.
- Seventy-five percent of all injuries occurred during practice sessions.
- Musculotendinous injuries to the lower extremities were most prevalent (85%).
- Track and field injuries resulted in more extended time loss (>5 days) compared to other sports.
Conclusions:
- Track and field participation carries a high risk of musculotendinous and lower extremity injuries, predominantly during practice.
- Injury patterns in male and female athletes cannot be solely attributed to event differences.
- The significant time loss associated with these injuries warrants further investigation into preventative strategies.
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