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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Water Sports Safety

Background:

  • Wingfoiling is an emerging water sport with rapidly growing popularity.
  • Limited data exists regarding injury incidence, mechanisms, and risk factors associated with wingfoiling.
  • Understanding these factors is crucial for developing effective injury prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence and types of injuries sustained in wingfoiling.
  • To identify common injury mechanisms and risk factors, including overuse complaints.
  • To assess the acceptance and use of safety equipment among wingfoilers.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study design utilizing an online standardized questionnaire.
  • Data collected from January 2022 to June 2022, covering demographics, injury history, and equipment use.
  • Analysis of 415 fully completed questionnaires detailing wingfoiling-related incidents and complaints over the past 12 months.

Main Results:

  • An injury incidence of 5.7 per 1000 hours was observed, with 31% of participants reporting at least one injury.
  • The most frequent cause of injury was fatigue-related riding errors, with lower extremities being most commonly affected by acute injuries.
  • Chronic complaints predominantly involved the shoulder and knee joints, while 73% of participants regularly used protective gear.

Conclusions:

  • Wingfoiling injury rates are comparable to windsurfing and kitesurfing.
  • Minor injuries typically affect the lower extremities, whereas severe injuries can impact the bony thorax.
  • Fatigue and riding errors are significant risk factors, and overuse complaints commonly affect major joints.