Injuries in martial arts: a comparison of five styles

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Merrilee Zetaruk · Children's Hospital of Winnipeg

Mariona Violán · Universitat de Barcelona

Lyle J. Micheli · Boston Children's Hospital

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There is a higher rate of injury in tae kwon do than Shotokan karate. Different martial arts have significantly different types and distribution of injuries. Martial arts appear to be safe for young athletes, particularly those at beginner or intermediate levels.

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Martial Arts: Techniques, Psychology, and Education Sports injuries and prevention Musicians’ Health and Performance

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Published in: British Journal of Sports Medicine

Volume 39, Issue 1, pp. 29-33

DOI: 10.1136/bjsm.2003.010322

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