THE PAIN THAT COMES WITH BEING A KARATEKA

Ever wondered what usually happens when a karateka is injured? The steps taken to ensure their safety? Different procedures that are followed incase of a major or minor injury? Injuries are known to be part of every sportsman’s life, but some usually mark the beginning of misery.
Moi university karate club has put different measures in place to ensure the safety of sportsmen. The club not only has members who practice that art of punching and kicking, but also red cross members that deal with injured personnel. The team responsible for carrying out first aid have different trained skills that makes them qualify to do the job.
 The most commonly known injuries would include minor injury to the neck like bruising and abrasion., broken limbs cuts and strains. However, there are some chocking techniques that can result to loss of consciousness. Major injuries are rare but when they occur they can lead to very serious health problems in the future. Head blows can result to brain injury.
To be on a safer side it is advisable to always train under supervision from an experienced teacher or coach, appropriate protective equipment’s used when practicing the art. They may include gloves, chest protector, mouth guard, bracing, headgear.

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  1. PintoMarch 19, 2019 at 4:47 AM

    Such a good piece... The mouth guard is preferred mostly to protect sportsmen from teeth loss incase of a punch directed towards the head. It also prevents tongue biting...

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  2. Jeptoo CarenMarch 19, 2019 at 6:14 AM

    I thought of training with my best friend....but it now hits me that you are so poor in it...so thanks for telling us how and who to train with.Good work Manasseh

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