Cricket: Nature and incidence of fast-bowling injuries at an elite, junior level and associated risk factors

作者: R Davies , R Du Randt , D Venter , R Stretch

DOI: 10.17159/2078-516X/2008/V20I4A275

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摘要: Objective. To compile an injury profile of 46 fast bowlers aged 11 - 18 years, and to identify the associated risk factors for during one academy cricket season. Methods. The selected were tested observed season (March November). Subjects grouped into classifications (uninjured=S1; injured but able play=S2; unable play=S3). Anthropometrical postural data subjects collected preseason (T1). Physical fitness screenings conducted relationship between occurrence injuries was assessed. Additional such as bowling techniques and bowling workload A regression analysis analyse weeks incapacitated. Results. Fifteen per cent remained free duration season. incidence serious (S3) showed a statistical moderate, practical significant increase (V=0.23, df≥2) throughout collection period (4% at T1 30% T3 (post-season)). most common knee (41%) lower back (37%), occurring from mid-season (T2) T3. nature predominantly strains (39%) ‘other' (39%), with highest reported Sprains followed, overall 14%. incapacitated approximately 1 out every 7 play. S1 S2 performed consistently better than S3 in all variables tested. Bowling presented statistically (p South African Journal Sports Medicine Vol. 20 (4) 2008: pp. 115-118

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