Dr.D.Suresh,
Assistant Professor Physical Education Health Education Sports
A.V.V.M Sri Pushpam College (Autonomous) Poondi Thanjavur.

Abstract

Kabaddi is a traditional, high-contact sport that enjoys widespread popularity across India, particularly in rural and semi-urban regions. The game requires agility, strength, stamina, and quick reflexes, making it both physically demanding and highly competitive. While participation in kabaddi provides numerous physical, social, and mental benefits, it also carries a significant risk of injuries, particularly to the orofacial region. Dental injuries, including chipped or broken teeth, soft tissue lacerations, avulsion of teeth, and fractures of the jaw or facial bones, are common among players due to the aggressive nature of the sport. Despite the prevalence of these injuries, little attention has been given to preventive measures, awareness, and proper emergency management among regional athletes, especially in districts like Thanjavur. Understanding the frequency of dental injuries and the knowledge and practices of players is crucial to promoting safe sports participation and minimizing long-term oral health consequences.

Keywords

Awareness, Kabaddi, Mouthguards, Orofacial trauma, Sports injury

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