Boland A L, Hosea T M
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
Clin Sports Med. 1991 Apr;10(2):245-56.
Rowing is a strenuous sport that has a significant injury rate among competitive participants. Consequently, older individuals who are anticipating beginning recreational rowing should start with a thorough physical examination by their physician. Because the back and knees are the most frequently injured areas, an orthopedic assessment of these regions is indicated in those individuals who have had previous patellofemoral or low back pain. All prospective rowers should begin with a general conditioning program that addresses lower extremity and abdominal strengthening, flexibility, and aerobic conditioning. A thorough understanding of the proper mechanics of rowing is essential to avoid potential injury. Rowing is a satisfying sport that offers excellent physical exercise and cardiovascular benefits. Older individuals should be encouraged to row, but also should be aware of the variety of injuries this sport may produce.
划船是一项高强度运动，在竞技参与者中受伤率颇高。因此，打算开始从事休闲划船运动的年长者应先让医生进行全面的身体检查。由于背部和膝盖是最常受伤的部位，对于曾有髌股关节疼痛或下背痛的人，应对这些部位进行骨科评估。所有未来的划船者都应从一个全面的体能训练计划开始，该计划要涉及下肢和腹部力量训练、柔韧性训练以及有氧训练。彻底了解划船的正确动作技巧对于避免潜在损伤至关重要。划船是一项令人愉悦的运动，能带来极佳的体育锻炼效果和心血管益处。应鼓励年长者参与划船运动，但他们也应意识到这项运动可能导致的各种损伤。
