Falls Are the Leading Cause of Injuries among Farmers—Limitations of Practicing Judo in Preventing These Incidents

Błach, Wiesław; Dobosz, Dawid; Gasienica-Walczak, Bartlomiej; Grants, Juris; Litwiniuk, Artur

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“…Of similar importance is the desire to prevent the occurrence of dangerous falls in the elderly or those with diseases related to the progress of civilisation, and special prevention programmes are increasingly being developed that include exercises with elements of hand-to-hand combat, combat sports or martial arts. Appropriate elements of this impact avoid the effects of lengthy treatment and even prevent injuries that would eliminate elderly people from public life [ 74 , 75 , 76 , 77 , 78 , 79 , 80 , 81 ].…”

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From Ancient Patterns of Hand-to-Hand Combat to a Unique Therapy of the Future

Kruszewski

2023

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The purpose of this publication is to provide generalized knowledge of the area of changes that took place over past centuries in relation to health, social and cultural conditions. In Greek mythology, it was necessary to nurture both body and spirit to be a perfect human being. This link between the concepts of physical beauty and goodness can be also found in later works dedicated to ancient Greek history. Particularly in Greek myths, and in Greek education in general, it was believed that both physical and spiritual excellence were necessary to raise men to achieve their true form. Some of the main forms of implementing this idea were hand-to-hand combat exercises (wrestling, boxing and pankration). Ideas characteristic of the world of ancient Greece, in a general sense, can be observed in the culture of the Far East. The main difference is the fact that these principles did not survive in Western culture as a result of transformation into a consumer society focused on the rejection of moral principles. The brutalisation of the forms of the Roman Games meant that the ideals of the ancient world were forgotten for more than 1500 years. The modern Olympic Games were resurrected in the 19th century. Inspired by the ancient Greek cult of health of body and spirit, they gave rise to a movement known as Olympism. In the Olympic Charter written by Coubertin, Olympism was called “a philosophy of life exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind”. The combat sports disciplines have had their place there since the beginning of the modern Olympic Games. The evolution of hand-to-hand combat disciplines, including numerous scientific studies indicating a very broad impact in the area of health, led to this type of physical activity being reached for as an essential element in supporting the health-promoting behaviour of society. Nowadays, physical activity in the area of exercise with elements of hand-to-hand combat, combat sports, or martial arts is an indissoluble link in the prevention and treatment of 21st century diseases. For Parkinson’s disease patients, drug treatment is an essential resource for continuing to function in society, but it will not be completely effective without supporting the treatment with appropriate and attractive physical activity (e.g., “Rock Steady Boxing”). Of similar importance is the prevention of dangerous falls, which are common in this population as well as among the elderly or those affected by other diseases of civilisation. Implementing the principles and techniques of safe falling in the teaching of the young population significantly increases the likelihood of applying appropriate responses to these individuals in adulthood and old age. Actions that should be taken now for prevention can be implemented through social programmes, such as “Active today for a healthy future”.

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From Ancient Patterns of Hand-to-Hand Combat to a Unique Therapy of the Future

Kruszewski

2023

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Reliability and objectivity of the new version of the 'susceptibility test for body injuries during a fall' (STBIDF-M) in physiotherapy students

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Litwiniuk,

Waszkiewicz

2024

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Background and Study Aim. Falls are a global public health and economic challenge. Since falls are often unavoidable, it is crucial to focus on preventing injuries caused by the impact with the ground. The aim of this study was to verify the reliability and objectivity of the STBIDF-M. Material and Methods. The sample included 30 male (n = 9) and female (n = 21) physiotherapy students (age 20.97 ± 1.16 years; weight: 66.5 ± 12.06 kg; height: 171 ± 9.62 cm). The STBIDF-M was administered twice, with the second measurement (retest) conducted seven days after the first (test). A method of direct secondary observation, allowing for multiple replays, was used. The assessment involved reviewing video recordings of both stages (test and retest) by three experts experienced in using the STBIDF-M. Results. Each expert observed a tendency to reduce errors during the 'retest' compared to the 'test' stage. This was measured by the arithmetic mean. Statistically significant differences were found in tasks 3, 4, 5, 6, and in the IndexSBIDF-M based on the experts' agreed assessments. Three students (10%) repeated their results from the 'test' stage, showing full correlation. Twenty students (66.67%) demonstrated a tendency to reduce errors. The IndexSBIDF-M 'test-retest' results showed a very high positive correlation (r = 0.810, p < 0.01). This indicates a statistically significant impact of motor modifications in most students. Specifically, clapping hands during Task 3 and pressing the sponge to the body with the chin during Task 4, simulating a backward fall, helped reduce errors. These reductions were noted during ground impact as the degree of coordination difficulty increased in subsequent tasks. Conclusions. The results of this 'test-retest' procedure demonstrate the flexible, non-standardized possibilities of analyzing and synthesizing data using this basic method. This flexibility is attributed to the innovative motor structure of the STBIDF-M, which goes beyond traditional methodological approaches. Observing the unconscious behaviors and actions of the participants has provided valuable insights into inferential phenomena related to the mental and intellectual aspects of human personality.

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Injury Symmetry in Judo

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Background: Each combat sport carries different risks of injury due to the specifics of the sport (including the weight categories and sex) and the fighting techniques used according to different sports regulations. The purpose of this study is to examine injury symmetry in judo. Methods: Injuries recorded in 195 people (93 women, 102 men) suffered during top-level judo tournaments were verified. Using the European Judo Union medical questionnaire, information on injuries was obtained from each injured athlete. Results: Based on the analysis of the results, it can be concluded that injuries are almost evenly distributed on the left and right sides of the body in both men and women. In women, there were 129 injuries to the left side (41.2%), 134 injuries to the right (42.8%), and 50 (16.0%) to the middle part of the body. Conclusions: injuries in judo are evenly distributed and slightly more common on the right side. Injuries occur at a greater rate during defending maneuvers than attacking maneuvers in judo. Identification and monitoring of who (tori or uke) and which side of the body sustains an injury are crucial and important in injury prevention. This knowledge makes it possible to modify existing sports regulations by eliminating behaviors (e.g., certain types of defense) to improve the safety of athletes participating in top-level competitions and the training process in terms of ensuring safety in both attack and defense.

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Falls Are the Leading Cause of Injuries among Farmers—Limitations of Practicing Judo in Preventing These Incidents

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From Ancient Patterns of Hand-to-Hand Combat to a Unique Therapy of the Future

From Ancient Patterns of Hand-to-Hand Combat to a Unique Therapy of the Future

Reliability and objectivity of the new version of the 'susceptibility test for body injuries during a fall' (STBIDF-M) in physiotherapy students

Injury Symmetry in Judo

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