Boxing Injuries: Risks And Consequences
Boxing poses unique risks for injuries, including severe concussions, traumatic brain injury, seizures, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Boxers also suffer from common injuries such as ocular trauma, dental injuries, sprains, strains, fractures, and dislocations. Arrhythmias, heart attacks, pulmonary contusions, and pneumothorax are potential consequences. Orthopedic injuries are prevalent in boxing, particularly hand and wrist…