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Area of Science:

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics
  • Aquatic Sports Injuries

Background:

  • Surfing's global popularity has surged since the early 20th century.
  • Physicians require knowledge of surfing-specific injuries for effective patient care.
  • Unique biomechanics differentiate surfing injuries from other aquatic or overhead sports.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of surfing biomechanics.
  • To detail the orthopaedic injury profiles common in surfers.
  • To outline injury prevention, return-to-sport protocols, and future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on surfing biomechanics and injuries.
  • Analysis of injury patterns related to paddling and maneuvering.
  • Synthesis of information on prevention and rehabilitation strategies.

Main Results:

  • Surfing involves distinct prone paddling and lower extremity maneuvering biomechanics.
  • Injury profiles in surfers differ from those in other aquatic or overhead sports.
  • Key areas for research include advanced injury prevention and optimized return-to-surfing guidelines.

Conclusions:

  • A thorough understanding of surfing biomechanics is essential for recognizing and managing injuries.
  • This review serves as a guide for healthcare professionals treating surfers.
  • Further research is needed to advance orthopaedic care in surfing.