Rugby World Cup: why hamstring injuries are so prevalent in the sport: With the men’s Rugby World Cup in France almost upon us, the risk of injury during the summer warm-up games has been a serious concern for coaches and players. While injuries are a feature of any contact sport, our new research shows that …
ACL injuries can lead to osteoarthritis later in life – here’s what you need to know: ACL injuries can happen while playing sports or even be caused by a fall. VGstockstudio/ Shutterstock Between 25 and 30 players have missed out on the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. …
Brain injuries may affect women worse than men – introduction of concussion spotters to Women’s World Cup could prove vital: Kelley O'Hara of the USA playing in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup final. O'Hara was substituted for a head injury at half time. Romain Biard/Shutterstock The matches at the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup …
Why surfing can be beneficial for people with brain injuries: Surfing has a range of health benefits. BART SADOWSKI PL/Shutterstock Nothing quite beats riding a wave for the first time. And our research suggests you don’t have to be a pro to benefit from the power of the sea. We have found that surfing can …
Rugby injuries: how pre-season training can help players avoid the sidelines: The list of injured players in the Six Nations Championship is, once again, long. Unsurprising you may say, given the physical nature of the sport. That’s often cited as one of the elements that captivates fans and attracts players. Nevertheless, there is a fine …
Female football players are at much higher risk of career-ending ACL injuries – the science on why: Beth Mead dribbling the ball v Germany in the Women European Championship Final 2022. photographyjp/Shutterstock Women’s football is riding high. Not only are fans celebrating the success of the England team at the Arnold Clark Cup and Euro …
Andrew Bridgen: how anti-vaccine misinformation hampers the conversation about genuine vaccine injuries: Rindang Art/Shutterstock MP Andrew Bridgen was suspended from the Conservative party on January 11 for persistent misinformation about COVID vaccines, including numerous false claims around their safety. The final straw appears to have been his comments comparing the vaccination programme to the Holocaust. …
World Cup 2022: how injuries could affect the rest of the domestic and Champions League season: The World Cup in Qatar has seen many injuries. Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus had to have surgery on his right knee after being forced off during Brazil’s group stage match against Cameroon. And Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) players and Portugal …
Facial injuries hurt Nigerians’ pockets too: how to reduce the burden: Road traffic crashes are the most common cause of facial injuries in Nigeria. Getty Images Injury to the face – from road traffic accidents, for example – can leave a person with a damaged appearance or functional impairment, like difficulty chewing. Treatment helps to …
Snare and shotgun injuries reveal more about threats to lions and leopards in Zambia: GettyImages Wildlife and people are coming into more and more conflict across Africa as human populations expand. Habitat loss and fragmentation of animal populations are causing declines in species. In Zambia, the Luangwa Valley and Kafue are two important wildlife areas. …
Running injuries don’t happen for the reasons you think – here’s the three best ways to prevent them: Most running injuries happen because of overuse. sawaddeebenz/ Shutterstock Running is one of the most popular forms of physical activity worldwide. But though it requires little expertise or equipment – and can be very beneficial for our …
South Africa in the news: COVID-19: Benfica vs Belenenses abandoned after coronavirus outbreak and injuries leave team with just six players on pitch: A player for Belenenses, who had recently returned from South Africa, tested positive for COVID – as did 16 of his colleagues. Neither team say they wanted to play, but the game …
Why researchers are turning to music as a possible treatment for stroke, brain injuries and even Parkinson’s: Music has a powerful effect on the brain. meboonstudio/ Shutterstock You probably don’t realise it when you’re listening to your favourite song, but music has an incredibly powerful effect on the human brain. Singing, playing an instrument or …
South Africa in the news: Victor Matfield on Springbok injuries to Pieter-Steph du Toit, Faf de Klerk, SA changes, aerial battle vs Lions: Former Springboks captain Victor Matfield discusses South Africa injuries, team changes for the Boks and Lions, and the crucial aerial …: “South Africa” – BingNews Tokyo 2020 Olympics: athletics, basketball, GB’s 16th …
South Africa in the news: Quantum drums, COVID patents and head injuries: The researchers are quick to note, however, that a waiver on patents covering all aspects of COVID-19 vaccines would be just the first step in ramping up vaccine supply. “It’s a one-two-three,” …: “South Africa” – BingNews African heads of state in Uganda …
Going back to the gym: how to avoid injuries after lockdown: Tendon and muscle injuries are the most common. DuxX/ Shutterstock After months in lockdown, gyms in England reopened on April 12. Many have already eagerly returned with plans to get back to their old fitness routines. But while it may be tempting to go …
South Africa in the news: Zamalek wary of injuries ahead of Congo trip: Zamalek will be missing several key players in Sunday’s CAF Champions League group stage round two against AC Leopards de Dolisie in Congo. The Cairo-based club will have to do without midfielders …: “South Africa” – BingNews PCB names squads for South …
South Africa in the news: Star in ICU with ‘catastrophic injuries’: Actress Ashley Judd is in ICU in Africa after enduring a horrific accident in a remote rainforest and a two-day ordeal to get to safety.: “South Africa” – BingNews VVS Laxman says ‘there is one area in bowling department Virat Kohli needs to address’ …