Risk Factors of Roundhouse Kick Wushu Injury: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract

The roundhouse kick is a basic kicking technique in martial arts which is very important in achieving victory. The roundhouse kick is a simple move, easier, faster and more powerful than any other foot action that is also easy to use for attack and for defence, therefore it is the move most used. The aim of this study was to identify and critically assess the evidence relating to risk factors for roundhouse kick injuries. A systematic review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) framework. Articles were searched using Scopus, Google Scholar and PubMed. The results of the selected articles revealed that risk factors for injury in roundhouse kick wushu, namely competition experience, technique, history of previous injuries, age, overuse, physical fitness, warm-up and stretching. All risk factors for injury due to competition experience, technique, previous injury history, age, overuse, physical fitness, warm-up and stretching are things to consider. History of previous injuries is the most important factor that can cause injury. Handling and care need to be done optimally to minimize the occurrence of injuries or recurrence of old injuries. In addition, physical fitness, warming up and stretching also really need to be considered before doing sports activities, especially doing roundhouse kick wushu movements to reduce the risk of injury. All risk factors for injury due to competition experience, technique, previous injury history, age, overuse, physical fitness, warm-up and stretching are things to consider. History of previous injuries is the most important factor that can cause injury. Handling and care need to be done optimally to minimize the occurrence of injuries or recurrence of old injuries. In addition, physical fitness, warming up and stretching also really need to be considered before doing sports activities, especially doing roundhouse kick wushu movements to reduce the risk of injury. All risk factors for injury due to competition experience, technique, previous injury history, age, overuse, physical fitness, warm-up and stretching are things to consider. History of previous injuries is the most important factor that can cause injury. Handling and care need to be done optimally to minimize the occurrence of injuries or recurrence of old injuries. In addition, physical fitness, warming up and stretching also really need to be considered before doing sports activities, especially doing roundhouse kick wushu movements to reduce the risk of injury. History of previous injuries is the most important factor that can cause injury. Handling and care need to be done optimally to minimize the occurrence of injuries or recurrence of old injuries. In addition, physical fitness, warming up and stretching also really need to be considered before doing sports activities, especially doing roundhouse kick wushu movements to reduce the risk of injury. History of previous injuries is the most important factor that can cause injury. Handling and care need to be done optimally to minimize the occurrence of injuries or recurrence of old injuries. In addition, physical fitness, warming up and stretching also really need to be considered before doing sports activities, especially doing roundhouse kick wushu movements to reduce the risk of injury.