Are fast bowlers prone to back injuries?
Cricketers in general and fast-bowlers in particular, are prone to lower back injuries. The prevalence of lumbar disc degeneration in fast-bowlers ranges from 21-65% with an incidence rate of 15% per year, and the prevalence of lumbar bone abnormalities ranges from 24-81%.
Is cricket bowling bad for your back?
Injuries to bowlers in cricket are frequent, with fast bowling being the most injury prone discipline in the sport. Bowling, particularly fast, places a huge strain on the lower back. It has been reported that a force of 8-10 times body weight is transmitted through the body in the bowling action.
What injuries do cricket bowlers get?
The most common types of injuries suffered through cricket are strains, sprains, fractures, bruising and open wounds. Many of these injuries affect the upper body, particularly the hands and fingers.
Which muscles are important for fast bowlers?
Both Ram and Kanishk say that strength and endurance in core, legs and shoulders are extremely important for fast bowlers. Kanishk adds that you can tailor your fitness routine according to the format of the game you are playing. “If you’re playing T20, you have to go all out for power training.
Can I play cricket with lower back pain?
I have met many doctors who dismiss low back pain in a cricketer as a simple muscle strain. But please don’t settle for such a diagnosis as it does not usually factor in the demands of the sport on young fast bowlers’ spines. A full history of your problem should be taken and your movements assessed.
Why does my lower back hurt after bowling?
The pars interarticularis is a bony part of the back of the vertebral column. The nature of the bowling action can put this area under a lot of strain leading to a stress reaction in the bone which can cause pain. If this area continues to be overloaded it can cause it to break.
Should fast bowlers do pull ups?
And that’s the secret. To be a fast bowler you need to be strong. And to be strong you need to lift up heavy things regularly.
Are fast bowlers born?
Ultimately, genuine fast bowlers are born, and subsequently, developed for a particular bowling style. They organize themselves to bowl in a particular ‘style’.
Does playing cricket cause back pain?
Low back pain is the general term for any pain in the back. The repetitive action of bowling is the biggest cause of low back pain in cricket, but bending to field the ball and standing in the field for prolonged periods also put stress on the back which can cause back pain.
Why does back hurt after bowling?
What kind of injuries do bowlers get in cricket?
Injuries to bowlers in cricket are common, with fast bowling being the most injury prone discipline in the sport. Bowling, particularly fast bowling, places a large strain on the lower back. It has been reported that a force of 8-10 times body weight is transmitted through the body at front foot landing of the delivery stride.
How can fast bowlers reduce the incidence of back injuries?
Fast bowlers should reduce shoulder counter-rotation during the delivery stride to reduce the incidence of back injuries. When a player is required to bowl for extended periods irrespective of technique, overuse is also related to an increased incidence of back injuries and must be avoided.
Which is the most common injury in fast bowlers?
Injury prevalence rates in fast bowlers have been recorded at 18%, which is significantly higher than other disciplines: batsmen (7%), spin bowlers (6%) and wicket-keepers (4%). In young fast bowlers under the age of 25, a lumbar stress fracture is the most prevalent injury. Return to the top of Bowling Injuries.
How to get help for a bowling injury?
To purchase physiotherapy products to assist with bowling injuries click on one of the above links or visit the PhysioAdvisor Shop. Find a physiotherapist in your local area who can treat bowling injuries. Core Stability Exercises. Pilates Exercises. Gluteal Strengthening Exercises. Back Stretches.