Risk Factors and Preventive Strategies of Musculoskeletal Injury among Hapkido Athletes: Indonesian Coaches’ Perceptions and Practices

Abstract

Given the rising popularity of Hapkido in Indonesia, this research aimed to evaluate the coaches' perspective on the risk factors and preventive strategies for musculoskeletal injuries among Indonesian Hapkido athletes. The study was a cross-sectional survey of 44 Indonesian Hapkido coaches. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistical methods to understand the perception of the coaches on the risk factors of musculoskeletal injuries and the injury prevention strategies practiced by coaches in Indonesia. The findings of this study indicated that the three most risk factors of injuries were insufficient warm-up (36%), lack of experience (18%), and incorrect techniques (18%), while the three most prevalent preventive measures practiced by coaches were ensuring sufficient warm-up (35%), employing safety equipment (33%), and implementing a proper training program (25%). In conclusion, this study highlights the importance of effective warm-up routines, refining techniques, utilizing safety gear, and developing well-structured training plans as strategic preventive measures for musculoskeletal injuries among Indonesian Hapkido athletes.