Avoiding swimming injury

[Naveed Yaseen]

Swimming is terrific exercise and a great source of summer fun, but it’s not without its risks. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these recommendations to prevent swimming injuries:

* Before jumping or diving in the water, warm up with some stretches, walking, running, biking or even some jumping jacks for a few minutes.

* To prevent repetitive motion injuries of the shoulder, start an exercise programme designed to strengthen shoulder and upper back muscles.

* Take swimming lessons. And never swim alone.

* Avoid swimming when you’re overheated, too cold or just too tired.

* Don’t swim strenuously if you’re sick with a fever, an upper respiratory infection or an ear infection.

* If diving, make sure the water is safe and deep enough.

* Carefully clean and dry ears after swimming to prevent swimmer’s ear infection.

— HealthDay News

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