Hip Check: The Hidden Burden of Groin Injuries in Hockey

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The Science of Hockey

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The Science of Hockey explores the scientific aspects of ice hockey and other sports. The podcast utilizes data, research, and evidence to explain how the sport is played, trained, and understood. From biomechanics to performance psychology, the podcast provides scientific insights into the game, going beyond traditional commentary and focusing on the science behind the action. The goal is to make scientific information accessible and engaging for players, coaches, parents, and fans of hockey.

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Hip Check: The Hidden Burden of Groin Injuries in Hockey

The Science of Hockey

17 minutes 32 seconds

3 weeks ago

Hip Check: The Hidden Burden of Groin Injuries in Hockey

Hip and groin pain in professional ice hockey players is more common than many realize. In this episode, The Analyst dives into the data behind the prevalence, duration, and impact of these injuries—regardless of position. Keywords: hip pain, groin injuries, ice hockey, player health, injury prevention.
Over 50% of professional ice hockey players report hip or groin problems each season. In this episode, we explore the science behind these injuries, their long-term effects, and why they’re often overlooked. Keywords: hip injuries, groin pain, hockey epidemiology, overuse injuries, sports medicine.
Main source: High prevalence of hip and groin problems in professional ice hockey players, regardless of playing position
Tobias Wörner, Kristian Thorborg, Frida Eek
Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2020; 28(7): 2302–2308. Published online 2019 Nov 16. doi: 10.1007/s00167-019-05787-7
PMCID: PMC7347705