Joint Mobility and Injury Prevention in Sports
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Joint Mobility and Injury Prevention
Joint mobility exercises are an important part of warming up. They are intended to increase the range of motion of the different structures forming the joints, such as ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
Active Warming Up
Active warming up is the start of any physical activity. It is typically divided into five phases:
- Joint mobility
- Dynamic stretching
- Generic dynamic exercises
- Short rest
- Specific exercises
Muscle Injuries
A muscle pull is often caused by a lack of proper stretching or insufficient muscle warm-up.
Warming Up
Warming up involves a progressive and gradual mobilization of all muscles and joints to avoid injuries. Types of warm-ups include:
- Rehabilitative: For those who have been injured, including massages,