Muscle strains and more serious injuries are common in hockey players, particularly strains of the hip and groin. In fact, according to a study by The Steadman Philippon Research Institute, hockey players as young as 12 have shown early signs of arthritis in the hips. This comes from repeated injury to the area. These hockey […]
Injury Prevention Tips when Playing Hockey
Hockey is well-known for being an aggressive sport. Tripping and checking can cause harm, and using high sticks can cause terrible face injuries and even concussions. While field hockey has fewer risks because it is played on the ground instead of the ice, it has its share of risks, too. It is important when playing […]