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CONSTRUCTION AND STANDARDIZATION OF SKILLS ON PREVALENCE OF SPORTS-SPECIFIC INJURIES AMONG WUSHU PLAYERS

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Bhooraksha Dubey1* , Dr Rakesh Bharti2 , Mr. Awtar Kishan Kaul3 , Nandni Varma4 , Dilip Kumar Singh5 , Mr. Vishal Saxena
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.si5a.0393

Abstract

This study aimed to develop and standardize a scale to measure the prevalence of sports-specific injuries among Wushu players. A questionnaire-based survey design was used to collect data from N=30 Wushu players aged 18 to 25 years who had been participated on national level in last 2-5 years and had experienced at least one sports-specific injury in the past 12 months. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire that included demographic information and information on the type of sports-specific injuries experienced by the participants. The study revealed that lower limb injuries were frequently reported by Wushu players, with 33.3% indicating experiencing them always or often, and an additional 40% reporting experiencing them sometimes. The study also found that players feeling demotivated and sad when injured. The study suggests that, the injury patterns and experiences in Wushu highlights the importance of prioritizing injury prevention strategies, such as consistent warm-up routines, proper technique training, strengthening exercises, and psychological support. By implementing these measures, Wushu practitioner can significantly reduce the occurrence and severity of injuries, ensuring their long-term well-being.

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