PREVALENCE OF SPORT INJURY AND ITS ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS IN THE CASE OF WOLITA DICHA AND MEDAWOLABO UNIVERSITY MALE VOLLEYBALL PREMIER LEAGUE CLUBS

Abstract

Although physical activity brings a range of lifelong health benefits, it may also lead to injuries that pose a significant threat to health and hinders sport performance. The aim of this study is to investigate prevalence of sport injury and its associated risk factors in the case of Wolaita Dicha and Madda Walabo University male volleyball premier league clubs. a descriptive survey design; qualitative and quantitative research approach was employed. To achieve the desired purpose 26 male volleyball players aged 20 to 35 were selected from both clubs by census; 2 coaches and 2 physiotherapists were selected by purposive sampling technique. Relevant data were gathered through self-developed questionnaire and semi-structured interview. Data were scientifically and systematically analyzed and interpreted. Results revealed that sustained volleyball related injury frequency of prevalence was 68%, which had incidence of 2.06 per injured player. Ankle, shoulder and Hand figure injuries were the most common injuries sustained volleyball players. Sprain, dislocation and muscle cramp were the common types of injuries in the players. Inadequate warm-up and stretching, poor execution of techniques, and contact with other player were common causes of injury. The study also showed that most of injuries occurred during block; in terms of position that left/right front position players got most of injuries followed by the center back. Awareness programs highlighting prevention strategies and physiotherapy intervention are required for coaches and in the prevention of volleyball injuries. Players’ safety attention should be prior to wining intention. Similar study in a large size population should be conducted