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BEST PRACTICES PREVENTION


Lacrosse is considered a “moderate risk” sport, but injuries can and do occur. Minor bruises and strained hamstrings, quadriceps, and groins are common, and ankle and knee ligament sprains occur frequently. Like most athletes, lacrosse players deal with small injuries, such as shin splints, foot blisters, and abrasions.


Players occasionally suffer head and face injuries, including concussions. These types of injuries are usually the result of inadvertent stick or ball contact.


Here are some general rules for reducing injuries in girls’ lacrosse: Obey the rules. Illegal play can result in injuries.


Discuss goals and health concerns with your coach, trainer, parents, and health provider. Stay in shape. Warm up properly, drink water, and rest after games and practices. Wear the right equipment. Make sure it fi ts.


Players should take at least one or two days a week and one or two months a year away from lacrosse to recover and prevent injuries.


If you’re hurt, speak up. Also, if you experience strain or discomfort, cut back on playing and training time.


Lacrosse leagues and organizations should prepare plans for medical situations and emergencies. Coaches, assistants, athletes and others involved in the game should be aware of these procedures.


Coaches, assistants, and players should be aware of injuries and conditions specifi c to female athletes:


MENSTRUAL CYCLE CHANGES: some female athletes experience longer than normal menstrual cycles. Low estrogen levels associated with missed periods can affect muscle function.


INADEQUATE CALORIE INTAKE: some female athletes do not consume enough calories to have the energy to play competitive sports.


BONE DENSITY: some girls have lower bone density, which can lead to stress fractures now or later in life.


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