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Sports injuries

Exercise can be very beneficial to health.  It can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and obesity, and organised sports are an excellent source of motivation and enjoyment.

However, sports can also be dangerous, especially if adequate warm-ups are not done and proper safety equipment is not used.  Some sports also require supervision from a qualified professional, or someone who is able to administer first-aid.  For some tips on how to begin exercising, see Exercise.

Whereas most people obtain sports injuries through accidents, professional and competitive athletes often develop overuse injuries.  An overuse injury is usually a sprain, strain or fracture to part of the body that has been used repetitively. An example of this is a javelin thrower, who may be vulnerable to arm and shoulder injuries.

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