Profile of Injury Prevent and Treatment in Indonesia Basketball Wheelchair National Team During the 11th ASEAN Para Games Preparation

Abstract

Injury is an aspect that needs to be considered in developing wheelchair basketball achievements. Wheelchair basketball athletes require special handling due to the level of disability they have. This study aims to find out how to treat and prevent sports injuries for athletes with disabilities in Wheelchair Basketball in Indonesia. This study uses the observation method, with the researcher as the main instrument. The sample in this study were participants in the wheelchair basketball national team training camp. The facilities used to prevent injury are wheelchair seat belts, seat cushions, and leg and arm sleeves. In the aspect of treatment, it only has pain relief and tapping, supported by a recovery program in the form of sports injury massage. Exercise intensity also gets special attention so that athletes get sufficient recovery time. The prevention and treatment of injuries to the wheelchair basketball national team have been carried out even though it is minimal. Massage services are also very helpful for athletes in preventing injuries. Recovery of athlete's fitness can recover faster so that the physical condition is ready to undergo an exercise program.