Gymnastics Toe Injury on Uneven Bars | Whitney Bjerken

Whitney had a tough workout at the gym, made tougher by a toe injury. While practicing her Pak Salto, Whitney kicked the high bar with her toe. It was very painful and she lost the toenail! But gymnasts are tough and Whitney did not let the injury slow her down. Nothing a band-aid won’t fix.
Gymnastics Injury Prevention:
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Gymnastics is a rigorous sport, requiring long hours of practice and complex physical movements. In addition to the weight-bearing stresses placed on the upper body during many gymnastic moves, the countless twists, flips, and landings put gymnasts at risk for injury.
Some of the more common upper body injuries include tears of the tendons and other tissues that support the shoulder, elbow dislocations, and wrist sprains. Fractures, sprains, and strains frequently occur in the lower body, most often affecting the knees and ankles. The bends and twists required in many gymnastics movements can lead to lower back injuries.
Several strategies can help to prevent gymnastics injuries, from vigilant spotting to properly maintained equipment.
Prevent Overuse Injuries:
Because many young athletes are focusing on just one sport and are training year-round, doctors are seeing an increase in overuse injuries. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has partnered with STOP Sports Injuries to help educate parents, coaches, and athletes about how to prevent overuse injuries. Specific tips to prevent overuse injuries include:
Limit the number of teams in which your child is playing in one season. Kids who play on more than one team are especially at risk for overuse injuries.
Do not allow your child to play one sport year round - taking regular breaks and playing other sports is essential to skill development and injury prevention.
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