22/02/2026
MOST COMMON CAUSES OF INJURY
○ Failure to warm up
This results in your muscles being less responsive and prone to strain.
● Over Training
This increases the risk of chronic injury by putting continuous pressure on your body
○ Excessive loading on the body
Which applies forces to your tissues for which they are unprepared
● Not taking safety precautions
Or ignoring the rules of a sporting activity, and so increasing the risk of an accident.
○ An accident
Often the result of impact or collision. Usually occurring suddenly.
● Inappropriate equipment
So your body may not be adequately supported or protected from shock.
○ Poor excessive technique
Leading to overloading of the body tissues - especially if carried out repeatedly.
● Recurring injury
Which can weaken your body and make it more susceptible to other injuries.
○ Genetic factors
Which are I trinsic (belonging to you) and influence the shape and structure of your joints.
● Muscle weakness and imbalance
Which can lead to a loss of strength in your body
○ Lack of flexibility
Which will decrease your range of motion and limit some of your body's capabilities.
● Joint laxity
(A condition which, if you have it, you should already be aware of). This can make it difficult to control and stabilise your joints.
*information took from The BMA guide to Sports Injuries book.
