Soul Capoeira » Bruxa’s Blog http://soulcapoeira.org Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:00:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.1 en GROIN STRAINS and GROIN PULLS in Capoeira http://soulcapoeira.org/blog/bruxas-blog/groin-strains-and-groin-pulls-in-capoeira/ http://soulcapoeira.org/blog/bruxas-blog/groin-strains-and-groin-pulls-in-capoeira/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:00:03 +0000 chan http://soulcapoeira.org/blog/bruxas-blog/groin-strains-and-groin-pulls-in-capoeira/ GROIN STRAINS/ GROIN PULLS

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Symptoms:

• Grade I Groin Strain: Mild discomfort, often no disability. Usually does not limit activity.

• Grade II Groin Strain: Moderate discomfort, can limit ability to perform activities such as running and jumping. May have moderate swelling and bruising associated.
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Warming up properly is one of the key things you can do to prevent injuries. Taking some simple precautions can help reduce the risk of injury and keep you training towards your goals. Most martial arts disciplines recommend sustained stretching for at least 15 minutes before any kicks or punches are thrown.
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Wrist tendonitis is a common condition characterized by irritation and inflammation of the tendons around the wrist joint. It will limit your ability to perform cartwheels, handstands, queda de rins and any weight bearing activities.

What is the treatment for wrist tendonitis?

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]]> http://soulcapoeira.org/blog/bruxas-blog/wrist-tendonitis-sore-wrists-in-capoeira/feed/ Blisters in Capoeira http://soulcapoeira.org/articles/blisters-in-capoeira/ http://soulcapoeira.org/articles/blisters-in-capoeira/#comments Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:32:07 +0000 chan http://soulcapoeira.org/articles/blisters-in-capoeira/ BLISTERS: So common and so painful

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blisters

Difficulty to recover: Low
Time Required: Depends on the severity of the injury

A FEW HINTS: (more…)

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Common Injuries and Injury Prevention in Capoeira

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Introduction

We thought it would be a good idea to outline a few common injuries that “Capoeiristas” seem to experience as well as highlight preventative measures to avoid them. (more…)

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