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  • 1Institut für Sportwissenschaft, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Judenbühlweg 11, 97082, Würzburg, Deutschland. christoph.raschka@uni-wuerzburg.de.

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Horseback acrobats experience frequent injuries, primarily to lower limbs like the foot and knee, often from falls. Prevention strategies focus on training and physical checks to mitigate these risks.

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  • Sports Medicine
  • Occupational Health
  • Biomechanics

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  • Equestrian acrobatics involves high-risk maneuvers.
  • Understanding injury patterns is crucial for athlete safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the types, locations, and causes of injuries in horseback acrobats.
  • To identify risk factors and inform prevention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • An online questionnaire surveyed 649 horseback acrobats.
  • Data collected on demographics, training history, and injury details.

Main Results:

  • 62.7% of athletes reported injuries, predominantly to lower limbs (foot, knee).
  • Common causes include dismounting and falls, leading to ruptures and fractures.
  • Average recovery time was 11.3 weeks, with 42% experiencing chronic issues.

Conclusions:

  • Fall training, physical examinations, and coach education are key prevention measures.
  • Protective gear effectiveness requires further research.