Comprehensive Management Strategy for Basketball Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation

Basketball is one of the most popular and physically demanding sports worldwide, with players exposed to high risks of injury due to frequent jumping, sudden changes of direction and intense physical contact. These injuries not only affect athletes health and careers but also influence team performance, finances and the global development of the sport. This paper points to common basketball injuries, their causes, and their impact on both players and teams. It focuses on the most prevalent injuries, including ankle sprains, ACL tears, meniscus damage, back strains, and stress fractures, while analyzing biomechanical factors and overuse patterns that increase risk. The study also compares injury management systems in the NBA and Chinas CBA. Findings show that the NBA employs advanced prevention methods such as load monitoring, wearable sensors, individualized training, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams, which improve recovery outcomes and extend career longevity. In contrast, the CBA faces systemic challenges, including limited medical resources, inconsistent injury tracking, and pressures to return players to competition prematurely, leading to higher reinjury risks. The research highlights that adopting evidence-based prevention strategies, strengthening rehabilitation programs, and addressing psychological recovery are essential to protect athletes. By bridging gaps between systems, basketball organizations worldwide can better protect player health and sustain the sports long-term growth.