Injuries in Judo Matches: A Study of Combat Phases
Author Information
Author(s): Błach Wiesław, Gaweł Dawid, Cynarski Wojciech J., Rydzik Łukasz, Borysiuk Zbigniew, Kostrzewa Maciej
Primary Institution: Faculty of Physical Education & Sport, University of Health & Sport Sciences in Wroclaw
Hypothesis
The majority of injuries would occur during the second half of the combat.
Conclusion
A significantly higher number of injuries occurred during the combined second half and the last minute of the judo combat.
Supporting Evidence
- More injuries occurred during the last half and last minute of combat.
- Males suffered more injuries during the first and second halves compared to females.
- Females experienced a higher frequency of injuries during the last minute of combat.
Takeaway
Injuries in judo happen more often in the second half and last minute of matches, especially for women.
Methodology
The study analyzed injury data from 26,862 elite judo athletes competing in 128 international tournaments from 2005 to 2020.
Limitations
The study did not account for changes in official regulations or the age, weight, and training experience of participants.
Participant Demographics
15,571 men and 11,291 women aged 19 to 35 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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