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Leisure Sports Might Lead to Health Problems Later in Life, Warn Scientists
A new study led by Dr. Navah Ratzon, a long-time occupational therapist and director of the Occupational Therapy Department at Tel Aviv University, has stated that a number of improper leisure sport activities may have negative effects on the musculoskeletal system.
"Increasing numbers of adults are pursuing amateur athletics during their leisure hours. But we've found worrying indications that this activity -- when not done properly -- may have negative effects on the musculoskeletal system," she said.
Musculoskeletal disorders and disease may cause of disability, and chronic conditions people who are 50 years and older, and they are characterised by discomfort, pain or disease of the muscles, joints or soft tissues connecting the bones.
By focussing study specifically to bowlers, the researchers found that 62pct of the 98 athletes in the study had musculoskeletal problems - aches and pains in the back, fingers, and wrist, for example.
The study suggested that the degree of pain reported by a player increased with the increase in the number of leagues in which the person participated. Thus, they concluded that the intensity of the sport worsened the risk of long-term musculoskeletal damage.
It was observed that the risks are particularly high in sports where the body is held asymmetrically and repetitive movements are made.
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