Football injuries increase before European Championship final match
During the European Championship, soccer fans are glued to the TV instead of playing themselves. In the break before the final, on the other hand, the motivation to play is particularly high.
In recent weeks, football fever has once again had Switzerland firmly in its grip: everyone who is passionate about the sport spent a lot of time in front of the TV or the big screen, cheering or suffering with their team.
This also has an impact on injury statistics, according to Suva: people who watch football don't have time to rush onto the field themselves. As a result, soccer accidents are becoming rarer.
However, as the final approaches, the tide turns: an analysis of figures from 2004 to 2014 shows that football accidents increase massively in Switzerland during the non-match period. By mid-July, around 20 percent more accidents occur in European Championship and World Cup years than in comparable periods without major football events. Among men under the age of 30, there are even around 30 percent more football accidents.
Apparently, watching the game motivates the amateur players all the more to chase the ball themselves. Actually, that's a great thing. To prevent injuries, Suva advises a few simple measures:
- Take time for a serious warm-up.
- Always wear shin guards when playing soccer.
- Jogging shoes and casual shoes are not suitable for playing football.
- Adhere to the rules of fair play and avoid reckless boarding.
- Respect your counterparts and do not endanger their health.
