Characteristics of injuries of female volleyball players in the receiver, setter and spiker position

Abstract

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to identify the characteristics of injuries that occur while playing volleyball, based on the positions of the players, to help with their prevention. [Subjects and Methods] We searched players’ electronic medical records, counted the number of diagnoses, and surveyed a total of 290 players’ (638 injuries). We classified the positions into three categories, spiker, setter, and receiver, and analyzed the injuries. [Results] The incidence rates of knee and ankle joint injuries were high for spikers and setters, and the incidence rate of low back injuries was high for spikers and receivers. The incidence rate of foot injuries was high for receivers. [Conclusion] The results suggest that to prevent injuries, we should consider the characteristics of injuries that occur while playing volleyball based on the positions of the players.