Injury and illness surveillance at the International Sailing Federation Sailing World Championships 2014

Tan, Benedict; Leong, Darren; Pardal, Carmen Vaz; Lin, Cindy Y.; Kam, Jia Wen

doi:10.1136/bjsports-2015-095748

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“…10 Epidemiologic studies of sports injury and illness have since been conducted using injury-surveillance systems, not only during multi-sports events such as the OGs and Youth OGs, 5,6,10–13 but also single-sport events. 14–19…”

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Descriptive epidemiology of sports injury and illness during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games: A prospective cohort study for Korean team

Yoon

Bae

Kang

et al. 2018

International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching

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This study aimed to analyze the characteristics of injuries and illnesses that occurred during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for Korean team by using a prospective cohort design. In total, 204 Korean athletes competed in 24 sporting events during the Olympic Games. The entire medical staff of the Korean team recorded injuries and illnesses on a daily basis that occurred during training and competition using the International Olympic Committee injury and illness surveillance system. During the Olympic Games, 308 injuries and 73 illnesses were reported; the incidence was 150.9 injuries and 35.8 illnesses per 100 athletes. In addition, 56.3% and 24.0% of all athletes sustained at least one injury or illness, respectively. The highest rate of injuries was observed in boxing and wrestling, whereas the highest rate of illnesses was seen in boxing and swimming. Twelve percent of all injuries resulted in absenteeism from training or competition for at least 1 day. Of all infections, 75.9% occurred in the respiratory tract. In addition, 2.7% of all illnesses prevented athletes performing their sport for 1 day. These results may be used to further analyze mechanisms of injury and their risk factors in Olympic sports to develop effective preventive strategies for athletes.

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Descriptive epidemiology of sports injury and illness during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games: A prospective cohort study for Korean team

Yoon

Bae

Kang

et al. 2018

International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching

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“…Numerous studies have found that high wind speeds increase the risk of injury among sailors. 8,[10][11][12][13] Only 1 published study, by Rouvillain et al, 14 attempted to describe the injuries associated with sailing in the cruising population. Their results suggest that most of the injuries reported could have been prevented if a few simple recommendations had been implemented (wearing shoes, using a hatch cover, a bimini top, a windlass, and adequate wound care).…”

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Injuries and Health Issues Occurring During Offshore Transoceanic Sailing: A Survey of Recreational Sailors and Cruisers

Hayes

Nathanson

Dubuc

et al. 2023

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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Introduction-Most of the literature on sailing injuries is centered on competitive sailing, often involving a single regatta. The aims of this study were to provide a description of the types of injuries and illnesses sustained during amateur offshore cruising events, estimate their incidence, and investigate potential risk factors for injuries.Methods-We conducted a cross-sectional survey of self-reported sailing-related injuries and health issues during 4 different events organized by the World Cruising Club between 2014 and 2015. Prior to departure, sailors received an injury or health issue report form to complete during their sailing event. Questionnaires were then collected at the end of each event. Bivariable (Student's t tests and χ 2 tests) and mutilvariable logistic regression were used to study the associations among injuries, health issues, and the characteristics of sailors or sailboats.Results-The incidence of injuries and health issues among the respondents was 1.08 and 1.01 per 10,000 nautical miles, respectively. Smaller boats (P<0.001) and crews with less experience with the current boat (P<0.001) were associated with reporting of more injuries. Most of the injuries were reported during favorable weather conditions. Health issues were more frequent on smaller boats and with women (P=0.008), who reported significantly more seasickness (P<0.001), anxiety (P=0.037), and skin rash/fungal infection (P=0.021).Conclusions-Injuries and health issues are relatively common among amateur offshore recreational sailors, but severe injuries are rare. Smaller boats and having less experience in sailing with the current boat were associated with more injuries. Preventive strategies should include a sailing experience requirement on the boat being sailed for all crew members, increasing the minimum boat size requirement for sailing events, and mandatory first-aid training prior to a cruising event for all crew members.

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“…7 Only 1 study has examined the spectrum of medical issues encountered during a transatlantic race. 1 In contrast, extensive research highlights the common injuries experienced in sailing, 8,9 river rowing, 10,11 and kayaking/canoeing. 12…”

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Common Health Issues Encountered by Ultraendurance Ocean Rowers

Galsworthy

Carr

Hearn

2022

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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Introduction-Ocean rowing is an extreme ultraendurance sport in which athletes push themselves to their mental and physical limits while rowing across an ocean. Limited academic attention has meant health issues facing this population are poorly understood. This report provides a descriptive analysis of the injuries and illnesses encountered by ocean rowers at sea and suggests potential preventative measures.Methods-Retrospective self-reported data were collected from ocean rowers via an online 29-question survey, classified by medical system, and totaled to produce a report of the most frequently encountered symptoms.Results-Seventy-one ocean rowers, accounting for 86 ocean rowing attempts, completed the survey. Dermatologic symptoms formed 52% (n=169) of all reported issues, followed by musculoskeletal injuries (14%; n=45), mental health symptoms (11%; n=36), gastrointestinal symptoms (5%; n=16), and neurologic symptoms (2%). Gluteal pressure sores were the most common dermatologic symptoms (24%; n=40), hallucinations the most common mental health symptoms (69%; n=25), hand and finger issues the most reported musculoskeletal problems (36%; n=16); vomiting (38%) and headaches (50%) were the most common gastrointestinal and neurologic issues, respectively. Seasickness was reported in 42% of expeditions (n=33).Conclusions-This report presents the physiological, mental, and medical challenges facing ocean rowers. Dermatologic and musculoskeletal issues were most common and varied greatly in severity. Over 90% of reported infections occurred as a dermatologic complaint, demonstrating the importance of preventative measures such as hygiene and wound care. Continued work with a larger population is required to further understand the physiological stress and medical complaints associated with transoceanic rowing.

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Injury and illness surveillance at the International Sailing Federation Sailing World Championships 2014

Abstract: The Olympic classes introduced since 2000 (49erFX, 49er, Nacra 17) have resulted in a rise in injuries.

Cited by 13 publications

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Descriptive epidemiology of sports injury and illness during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games: A prospective cohort study for Korean team

Descriptive epidemiology of sports injury and illness during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games: A prospective cohort study for Korean team

Injuries and Health Issues Occurring During Offshore Transoceanic Sailing: A Survey of Recreational Sailors and Cruisers

Common Health Issues Encountered by Ultraendurance Ocean Rowers

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