Injury Prevention

Those who participate in any type of sports are at risks of injury during practice and games. Even the most careful athletes are in danger of injury. Light injury can be treated through physical therapy or rehabilitation but there is always a high probability of injury. Athletes should try to minimize the risk of injury as much as possible.

Taekwondo demands the use of the entire body, especially the hands and feet. External contusion (bruises) occur frequently. To stay healthy, consider ways to minimize risk and prevent such injuries.

Oridinary taekwondo injuries such as sprains, and strains of the instep, toes, ankles, or knee and muscle injuries of the calf, thigh, or hamstring are often caused by poor practice or drilling habits. Injuries to the thighs, ankles, and knees may occur during practice when the drill level is increased before sufficient warm-up and stretching or when drills are unreasonably intense. Ankle and knee sprains can occur when drills grow more intense.

Poor concentration and excessive muscle tension during practice decrease flexibility. When the intensity of drills increase, the risk of injury also increase. To reduce the risks of injury, sequence practice drills from easy to more difficult and gradually increase speed from slow to hard. Physical fatigue brought on by excessive practice can also cause injury.

It is possible to reduce the risk of injury by promoting flexibility through ample stretching and preparatory drills. Advance from easier to more difficult drills, gradually increasing the level of intensity. Master the basic techniques and use the correct motions and stances. By mastering precise offensive and defensive techniques, you will minimize your injury.