Counter measures to prevent or control gymnastics injuries
| Level of prevention | Potential counter measures |
|---|---|
| Primary (pre-event) | • Adequate warm up and stretching before and after gymnastics sessions |
| • Good physical condition appropriate to the specific demands of gymnastics | |
| • Attention to equipment factors—for example, appropriate matting | |
| • Screening programmes to identify at risk gymnasts and corrective actions | |
| • Coaches and spotters | |
| • Education of gymnasts, coaches, and parents | |
| • Facilities design | |
| Secondary (event) | • Equipment design and maintenance |
| • Facilities design | |
| • Personal protective equipment—for example, hand guards | |
| Tertiary (post-event) | • Prompt first aid and medical attention |
| • Adequate first aid facilities | |
| • Full rehabilitation before returning to participation |