Combat Sports and Concussions: What You Need to Know

Combat sports such as boxing, mixed martial arts, and wrestling have long been associated with the risk of concussion. These types of injuries can have serious long-term consequences for athletes, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). In this article, we will explore the incidence of concussions in combat sports and the importance of prevention, management, and treatment. Incidence of Concussion in Combat Sports Studies have shown that the incidence of concussion in combat sports is high. For example, in professional boxing, the incidence of concussion is approximately 12.6% per fight, while in amateur boxing, it is even higher at 18.3%. Mixed martial arts fighters experience concussions at a rate of around 14.1% per fight, and wrestlers have an incidence of around 6.3% per season. The Accumulation of Head Trauma One of the biggest risk factors for concussions in combat sports is the accumulation of head trauma over time. Research has shown that athletes who have been in mo

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