Abstract
0n 21 October 1989, a total of 902 randomly selected cyclists were questioned at the finish of the Burger-Sanlam 100km/50km race to determine the prevalence of cycling injuries in the preceding year. Of the total sample 551 cyclists (61 %) reported they had been injury-free during the 12 month period prior to the investigation. The remaining 351 cyclists had sustained a total of 681 injuries during the same period ie approximately 2 injuries per cyclist per year.The most commonly reported injuries were over-use injuries resulting in pain and discomfort in the back and neck regions (41%), with pain in the knee joint being the second most frequently reported injury (29%).This descriptive study has provided valuable base-line information on the types and frequency of injuries sustained by South African cyclists. In particular, the high number of overuse injuries associated with faulty ergonomics has generated hypotheses for further study.An intimate knowledge of the ergonomics related to the sport, as well as attention to educational programmes is also strongly indicated.
Highlights
AND MOTIVATIONDescriptive studies are the natural pre cursor to other studies, and are essential in providing researchers with base-line infor mation before more involved types of studies are embarked upon
The above descriptive study has exam ined the occurrence of injuries in a select sample of cyclists who participated in the Burger-Sanlam race in October 1989
Al though 61% of the subjects reported that no injuries had been sustained in the preced ing 12-month period, a total of 681 injuries were reported
Summary
Cricket in South Africa plays a major socio-economic role and, through innova tions such as the one day limited overs and day-night games, is increasingly drawing the attention of large crowds throughout the country. The lum bar area of the cricketer is one of the areas that is being placed under increased strain, especially in the fast bowling action[2]. This is taking place at a time when, with increased pro fessionalism, cricketers can least afford to be affected by disabling injuries, such as Low Back Pain (LBP). The dearth o f research on cricket in South Africa and the changing nature of the game challenges science and medicine to explore the various aspects of the game
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