High Prevalence of Seasonal and Current Groin Problems in Rink Hockey Players
Int J Sports Med DOI: 10.1055/a-2267-0262Groin problems are common in multidirectional sports. The aim of the present
study is to assess seasonal, current, and trends for groin problems in rink
hockey players, irrespective of their playing position, age, or gender. Rink
hockey players from three countries [n=446 (162 female, 284 male)] were invited
to participate in an online questionnaire. This form evaluated the prevalence of
groin problems (time-loss and non-time-loss) for the 2022–2023 season, as well
as monthly prevalence of groin problems (time-loss and non-time-loss). All groin
problems were compared between playing position, gender, and age to assess
between-group differences. Senior males reported the highest time-loss (25%) and
non-time-loss (51%) for seasonal prevalence; while U-17 males reported the
lowest in both categories of groin problems (time-loss 9%, non-time-loss 27%).
No significant differences between playing position or gender were found for any
of the groin problems analyzed. In-season prevalence (9–15.7%) of groin problems
was significantly higher than pre-season (7.4%) prevalence (p<0.01). Seasonal
prevalence of groin problems is common in rink hockey, regardless of gender,
playing position, or age. Preventive efforts should be directed towards all
players, regardless of their individua...
Source: International Journal of Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Quintana-Cepedal, Marcos de Pablo Marquez, Bernat del Valle Soto, Miguel Olmedillas, Hugo Tags: Clinical Sciences Source Type: research
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