Ponderous Women’s Sports Medicine Outcomes
The need for greater understanding of women’s sports health issues has come about due in part to the increase in participation in various sports and exercise by women. Neither gender is exempt from potential for injury when working out or playing in sports but women in particular must pay attention to some issues which we’ll discuss here.
A fairly common sports related problem that can occur with both men and women is a sprained ankle. As you participate in activities such as running, jumping or cycling it’s possible to sustain a sprained ankle if you ankle or foot turns inward causing damage to ligaments. This frequently happens if you’re running on an uneven surface, or, during team sports, when you trip or collide with another player. Avoiding these injuries is the priority even though they are going to happen from time to time taking steps to protect yourself can help so be sure to wear proper shoes, warm up before participation and be aware of what’s happening around you. You should always seek medical attention for sprains, as if you try to ignore them or play through them, you could be delaying recovery. For most women the decline in muscle mass begins somewhere in their mid thirties. Your metabolism will begin to decrease somewhere in this same time frame as well. There are some unwanted consequences of this natural occurrence. One of these side effects is weight gain which is why more exercise and a healthier diet around this time is so important. For that reason it is important to consider weight training at that stage. This type of exercise counteracts the slowing down of your metabolism and helps you burn fat more efficiently. You should also consider decreasing the amount of fatty foods and carbohydrates or sugars you are eating every day.
Many women notice an absence of or decrease in periods during times of vigorous exercise. This condition is called amenorrhea, and it’s a sign that your body is not getting all the nutrition it needs. This condition can cause lower bone density and a higher rate of injury although many athletes believe it to be normal and not worthy of concern. Talk to your doctor if this happens to you and also consider decreasing the intensity of your training regimen. If you’re a woman who goes to the gym or jogs a few times per week this probably won’t occur, but it’s fairly common among women who are extremely active in sports.
In conclusion, women’s sports medicine can involve many different issues, and depending on factors such as your age and the type of activities or sports you’re involved with, you may have one or more of the concerns we’ve covered in this article. If you consult with a doctor who’s knowledgeable about sports medicine, he or she can advise you on any such issues, but in many cases you can avoid trips to the doctor by taking sensible precautions.
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