What Is The Most Common Injury In Squash?

Common squash injuries

• muscle strains and sprains – particularly to the arms, legs and lower back.
• fall injuries – from falling or slipping on court.
• impact injuries – for example, getting hit with a ball or a racquet or crashing into a wall.
• head and eye injuries – getting hit by a ball or racquet.

How common are eye injuries in squash?

Results: All over 234 sports-related eye injuries were registrated, 78 (33.3%) patients sustained the injury during a squash game, 43 (18.4%) during soccer and 34 (14.5%) during playing tennis.

Is squash the toughest sport?

Finally it´s proven. Squash is the toughest – and the healthiest – racket sport in the world and among the toughest of all sports.

What muscles are used in squash?

The major muscles used when playing squash include:

• The muscles of the shoulder girdle; the pectorals, and the deltoids.
• The muscles of the upper legs and hips; the gluteals, the hamstrings, and the quadriceps.
• The muscles of the forearm and upper arm; the wrist flexors and extensors, the biceps, and the triceps.

Why does squash hurt my back?

There are several sensitive structures such as the discs, joints, ligaments, nerves and intricate muscles that can be easily irritated. The irritation can easily be triggered by jarring of the spine, twisting and repeated bending of the spine that always occurs on the squash court.

Can a squash ball take your eye out?

Squash is a high-risk activity for eye injuries. In severe cases, if the squash ball hits hard enough, it can burst the eyeball, which can result in the loss of the injured eye. Suggestions include: Always wear appropriate eye protection that satisfies Australian standards, regardless of your skill or fitness levels.

When should I stop playing squash?

There is no age limit for playing squash, and there are many skillful players in club sqush that are in their sixties, seventies, and even very occasionally their eighties. As squash relies on accuracy more than power, it is a game that is well adapted to longevity.

Which is harder squash or tennis?

While both the games bring a high level of difficulty and excitement to players, Tennis edges out squash as the harder sport to learn. A tennis player who gets on a squash court for the first time will be able to keep a few rallies going.

Is squash the fittest sport?

Squash came out on top in Forbes Magazine’s list of the Top 10 Healthiest Sports based on its scoring in cardio endurance, strength, muscle endurance, flexibility, calories burned in 30 minutes, and injury risk.

What’s the healthiest sport?

The research concluded that racket sports, swimming, aerobics and cycling seem to be the best for prolonging life, in that order. Meanwhile, those who partake in racket sports such as squash, also have a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular diseases such as strokes.

Are squash players fit?

Squash is a full body workout. Obviously players’ arms get a workout as they whip the ball around the court but this compound movement also strengthens wrists and back muscles. It also requires short sprints which need fast-twitch muscles to be firing at all times.

How can I be a good squash player?

Squash Tips

1. Keep it straight. A mainly straight game gives a good basic pattern and is open to variation.
2. Return the service straight.
3. Lob to create time.
4. Volley away from the opponent.
5. Volley drop the loose cross-court.
6. Straight drop the loose cross court ball.
7. Drop off the boast.
8. Try always to play into a “space”.

What does squash do to your body?

Squash Nutrition
Squash are good sources of vitamin A, C, and B vitamins; they’re high in antioxidants; and they’re rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and manganese. And, of course, as whole plant foods, they’re also rich in fiber and water, making them both hydrating and good for the gut.

Can I play squash after hip replacement?

In a sample of 117 patients who underwent hip resurfacing, 87% of patients who participated in sports before surgery were able to return to the activity after surgery, including some higher impact activities such as football (soccer), tennis, jogging and squash.

Is squash a contact sport?

Squash is not a contact sport. All players are aware that contact with others is to be avoided, and that you should take safety precautions not to hit your opponent with either the ball or racket.

Is squash good for glutes?

Squash is well-known for its demand on the gluteal muscles: often shortened to “glutes”. The achy feeling around your buttock muscles may be all too familiar, particularly when first starting out, or returning from a break in training.

Why do squash players wear glasses?

Squash goggles are a form of eye protection that should be used throughout any squash game. The squash players at the top of the game can hit a ball at up to speeds as high as 125mph – something worth protecting against – even if it’s a practice game.

Is squash an international sport?

The governing body of Squash, the World Squash Federation (WSF), is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), but the sport is not part of the Olympic Games, despite a number of applications.
Squash (sport)

Characteristics
Paralympic	No
World Games	1997, 2005–present

What are squash balls?

Squash balls consist of two rubber halves that are put together. Over time, air gradually escapes from the ball, causing the pressure inside to decrease and the ball to lose bounce. When you notice that the ball has stopped to bounce enough to have a good game, the time has come to take a new ball.

What is the best age to start squash?

In most cases, the youngest starting age for squash is 5 years old, but some children start earlier, especially if they come from enthusiastic squash families! Most clubs have developed a Junior Skills program designed to help players develop their racket and ball skills while paying attention to physical skills.

Is squash an old man sport?

The game of squash was invented more than a century and a half ago in England. Its origins are in the ancient game of real tennis. Ball games have been pastimes for thousands of years.