Prevalence Of Musculoskeletal Problems Among Female Throwball Players
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Female throwball players, Musculoskeletal pain, Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaireAbstract
Background: Throwball is a popular sport, especially in India, where it is often played by women at various levels, from schools and colleges to competitive leagues. It is a fast-paced, team sport that combines elements of volleyball and basketball, offering a unique and exciting playing experience. It is primarily played by women. These players are highly susceptible to injuries due to repetitive throwing actions of the shoulder.
Objective: To study the site of musculoskeletal pain in female throwball players.
Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 50 throwball players. A convenient sampling method was used on the subjects. Only female players were included and players having the age group between 18 to 28 years with a minimum of 1 year of experience of playing the game participated in the study. The study was conducted using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire.
Result: The most painful sites are the shoulder joint (92%) and upper back (50%), whereas the least painful are the lower back (20%), hips and thighs (20%), and ankle joint (24%).
Conclusion: In this study, according to the results and discussion it is concluded that the players are experiencing musculoskeletal pain maximum in the shoulder joint (92%) and minimal in the lower back (20%).
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Throwball Federation of India (TFI): Governs the sport in India and organizes national-level tournaments.
International Throwball Federation (ITF): Regulates the game at the global level and promotes its expansion.
History and Evolution: The sport is believed to have been introduced in India by the YMCA (Young Men’s Christian Association) in the 1940s.
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