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Martial arts injuries

L A Wilkerson1

  • 1Center for Sports Medicine, Orthopaedics, and Family Practice, Kissimmee, Fla, USA.

The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Martial arts participation is widespread, yet injuries are common, ranging from soft tissue trauma to severe chest trauma. Headgear may increase brain injury risk, challenging safety perceptions.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Approximately 1.5 to 2 million individuals in the U.S. practice martial arts.
  • Common motivations include self-defense, fitness, self-esteem, artistic expression, and competition.
  • A general perception of safety often overlooks the physical forces involved.

Observation:

  • Injuries affect the head, neck, trunk, and extremities.
  • Common injuries include soft tissue trauma, hematomas, and lacerations.
  • Fractures, particularly of the hands and digits, can occur.

Findings:

  • Neurosurgical data suggests headgear may exacerbate shearing injuries to brain neurons due to head acceleration.
  • Case studies highlight fatal outcomes from anterior chest trauma in martial arts.

Implications:

  • The study underscores the potential risks associated with martial arts, challenging the assumption of universal safety.
  • Findings suggest a need for re-evaluating safety protocols, including protective equipment, and recognizing severe injury potential.
  • Further research into injury mechanisms and prevention strategies is warranted for this popular activity.

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