Injuries and Prevention of Knee and Shoulder Joints in Badminton

With the development and popularization of badminton, the number of participants has surged rapidly, and correspondingly, the number of injuries has also continued to rise. However, most people are unable to take adequate preventive measures and accurately assess injuries. This paper analyzes and discusses the injury mechanisms and preventive strategies for the shoulder and knee joints, which are particularly susceptible to injury in badminton. The findings of this study indicate that movements such as the lunge step and single-leg landing are prone to cause Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries. Incorrect or excessive execution of the backhand clear and consecutive smash shots can easily lead to rotator cuff injuries in the shoulder joint. Recovery from both types of injuries requires a significant amount of time, and even after recovery, it is often difficult to return to pre-injury athletic performance levels. In addition, preventive measures regarding knee injuries including warming up thoroughly before exercise, wearing knee pads during exercise, stretching appropriately according to one's needs after exercise and choosing professional badminton courts are the most effective and easy to implement. For preventing shoulder joint injuries, besides the aforementioned measures, the risk can also be reduced by training to increase core and shoulder strength and by standardizing hitting techniques. As the number of people participating in badminton increases, the significance of this research and discussion lies in enabling badminton enthusiasts to enhance their self-protection awareness through the explanations provided herein and to gain a clear understanding of the movement mechanics and force generation principles in badminton.