Rising Football Injuries Linked to packed schedules and lack of recovery time; AI and Data Analytics May Help Guide Injury Prevention
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Football injuries are increasing, with hamstrings being the chief concern currently. Reasons include condensed schedules, lack of recovery time, and mental fatigue.
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Women are 2-10 times more likely to suffer ACL injuries than men. Lack of investment in women's sports is a factor.
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AI and data analytics can help predict injury risk and guide training decisions, but more research is needed. Companies like Orreco are using bio-data to optimize performance.
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Virtual reality simulation shows promise for testing players' readiness to return from injury rehab.
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To fully utilize AI, Premier League clubs may need to share injury data. More holistic monitoring of lifestyle factors like sleep is also advised.