What are some of the more common sports injuries?

• sprained ankle
• groin, hamstring, calf strain
• bruises
• soft tissue injuries of the knee
• stress fractures especially in the lower limb due to repetitive loading

What sports have the higher rates of injuries?

No sport is injury free. However certain sports have a higher risk of injury due to the nature of play or the rules concerning physical contact. The 3 most common sports that lead to injury at a recreational or amateur level include:

• netball (due to the stop-start style of play)
• Aussie rules football (due to the physical contact between players)
• gymnastics (due to the high impact and stress on the body)<br/>

How do I minimise the risk of becoming injured when I play sport?

• warm up throughly using gentle sport-specific movements
• stretching before and after a game
• wear appropriate footwear and have your feet assessed by a Podiatrist
• ask you Physiotherapist to tape up vulnerable joints
• keep your fluid levels up before, during and after each game
• keep your fitness up in the “off-season” to maintain muscle and tendon health
• use good technique and form
• allow adequate rest and recovery between training/games
• have regular medical checkups
• have your Physiotherapist or Exercise Therapist devise an appropriate exercise program