More than 20 million girls and women from around the world, enjoy playing netball each weekend but unfortunately you can bet there will be injuries.
Recover quicker from a netball injury
From minor ankle sprains to serious tendon tears, no matter what your injury it’s always an inconvenience, painful and no fun at all, preventing you from competing on the court.
Jumping, running and sudden changes in direction, place heavy pressure on your feet, ankles, muscles and joints. So, you need to be prepared and know what to expect in case you’re injured.
Common netball injuries
- Ankle sprains
- Blisters
- Calluses
- Patellar tendinopathy
- Shin pain
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Knees damage
- Bruising
- Fractures
- Dislocations
Common causes
There are many causes of netball injuries, including the following:
- Awkward landings
- Slips
- Falls
- Player collisions
- Overexertion
- Being hit by the ball
What should you do if injured?
The initial treatment for netball injuries involves the RICE program; rest, ice, compression, elevation. For the best results and recovery, it’s important you follow this method for the first 48 hours after receiving the injury.
Depending on the severity of the injury, a rehabilitation program may be prescribed by your physiotherapist before returning to netball. Treatment will include education on the injury and how it is managed, stretching and strengthening exercises and referral to any other appropriate health professionals if required.
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