Martial Arts

In martial arts, where physical contact is central, injury prevention is essential for practitioners' safety and progress. To minimise bruising, it is crucial to wear protective equipment and train with partners of similar ability. Joint injuries can be avoided with a rigorous warm-up, a focus on technical gestures and precision in movements. Muscle sprains and strains are prevented through flexibility training, stretching and muscle strengthening. Wearing protective equipment for the head, such as helmets, and practising dodging and blocking techniques are fundamental to avoiding injuries in this area. Injuries to the hands and wrists can be reduced by wearing suitable gloves, emphasising correct techniques and specific strengthening.

Establishing a balanced training programme with recovery periods prevents overtraining injuries. To avoid back injuries, it is necessary to strengthen the muscles, practise proper postures and focus on safe projection techniques. Wearing appropriate footwear and strengthening the muscles in the feet and ankles are crucial measures to prevent injuries in these anatomical regions. In short, injury prevention in martial arts requires a balance between technical training, strengthening and proper use of equipment, promoting a safe and sustainable practice.

For specific information on injuries and pathologies, visit our Injury Information Centre.