Recognition and prevention of rugby injuries

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Deutscher übersetzter Titel:Erkennung und Vorbeugung von Rugby-Verletzungen
Autor:Tomasin, John D.; Martin, David F.; Curl, Walton W.
Erschienen in:The physician and sportsmedicine
Veröffentlicht:17 (1989), 6, S. 114-126, Lit.
Format: Literatur (SPOLIT)
Publikationstyp: Zeitschriftenartikel
Medienart: Gedruckte Ressource Elektronische Ressource (online)
Sprache:Englisch
ISSN:0091-3847, 2326-3660
DOI:10.1080/00913847.1989.11709809
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Erfassungsnummer:PU199010045938
Quelle:BISp

Abstract des Autors

Rugby is a popular, strenuous contact sport that demands almost continuous action by the players. Players, coaches, and physicians must be aware of the potential for and types of injuries that occur during matches and of ways to avoid, or at least reduce, this number and severity. Minor and moderate injuries are more frequent than severe injuries, but all must be regarded seriously. Concussions, although relatively rare, can have serious consequences, and cervical spine injuries can be catastrophic. Player fitness and conditioning and a pregame warm-up are essential for preventing injuries. Equally important are coaching, adherence to the rules of the game, and avoidance of dangerous play. If these measures are practiced consistently, rugby will be safer. Verf.-Referat