Proper Equipment
Starting slowly and stretching muscles out is a key factor for a proper warm up. However, just because the body is properly prepped, does not mean that it is protected. Fierce competition can lead to serious injuries. Protective pads, mouth guards, helmets, gloves, and other equipment are not for sissies. Protective equipment that fits well can keep the head, knees, hands, eyes, and teeth safe from injury. Mouth guards can keep any athlete from losing or chipping teeth in any sport. More serious injuries are avoided by wearing helmets. A good helmet can significantly reduce the impact that the brain takes, which reduces the chance of concussions. However, Dr. Margaret Alison Brooks said, “because the brain is floating freely inside the skull, I think most experts doubt whether it is possible to ever develop a helmet design that can prevent concussion.” (Brooks).
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