Publications by authors named "Rin Tan"
The Underlying Mechanisms of Sports Injuries in Paralympic Goalball: A Mixed-Method Study.
Am J Phys Med Rehabil
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study analyzes injury data from the Paralympic sport goalball during the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Games to understand fluctuations in injury incidence and potential prevention strategies.
- - Injury rates dropped significantly from 2012 (19.5) to 2016 (5.6), with acute traumatic injuries being most prevalent and females experiencing higher injury rates than males.
- - Qualitative insights suggest injuries were caused by factors such as collisions, overuse, and inadequate conditioning, with equipment and preparation differences between the two events impacting outcomes.