Over the last couple of weeks, we have discussed neck injuries in grappling sports. Specifically, we have talked about some different mechanisms for neck injuries, how all neck injuries are not the same. We discussed what some of the signs…
Last week, we began our discussion on neck injuries. We discussed some basic neck anatomy as well as come common mechanisms for neck injuries in Jiu Jitsu. One major take away was that all neck injuries are not the same.…
Last week, we discussed how early intervention for injuries in Jiu Jitsu is critical to prevent a minor injury from becoming a major injury which will keep you off the mats much longer. We talked about several ways you can…
Last week, we began our discussion on what we can do to reduce the incidence of injuries in grappling sports. Sports like Jiu Jitsu, the injuries are going to occur, it is the nature of the sport. How often they…
As a physical therapists, injury prevention specialist and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner (5 1/2 years), I am often asked to evaluate fighters, consult with practitioners on rehab with fighters and help design injury prevention programs for clubs or fighters. This…