Thematic paper on lower limb sports injuries among inter university Kabaddi players in Jammu and Kashmir

Abstract

Kabaddi, a popular contact sport, demands rigorous physical exertion, agility, and strategic planning. In the recent past decade, it has been grown in popularity at the national level or the international level also. It is a highly strategic game that involves rapid forceful movements of the body; thus, injuries are inevitable in this field. Inter-university competitions witness a surge in participation, especially in regions like Jammu and Kashmir. However, with the physical intensity of the sport comes the risk of injuries, particularly to the lower limbs, which can hamper players' performance and career longevity. This thematic paper explores the prevalent lower limb sports injuries among inter-university Kabaddi players in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on their causes, consequences, prevention strategies, and rehabilitation techniques.