Collection: Sports Injuries

What are Sports injuries?

Often injuries can result from poor training practices or improper gear. Some people get injured when they are not in proper condition. Not warming up or stretching enough before you play or exercise can also lead to injuries. Common sports injuries are sprains and strains, knee injuries, swollen muscles, Achilles tendon injuries, shin splints, fractures and dislocations.

To reduce the risk of injury:

Plan to have at least 1 day off per week from a particular sport to allow the body to recover.

Increase flexibility. Stretching exercises before and after games or practice can increase flexibility.

Take breaks. Rest periods during practice and games can reduce injuries and prevent heat illness.

Strengthen muscles. Conditioning exercises before games and during practice strengthens muscles used in play.

Increase flexibility. Stretching exercises before and after games or practice can increase flexibility.

Vitamins for Sports injuries

There are many other vitamins and herbs that may help with Sports injuries. A small selection can be seen below.