Are you thinking of taking up climbing as a sport? This sport can be both exhilarating and rewarding. If you have never climbed before, then you, like most people, may think that the falling is the biggest danger. With all of the modern climbing equipment, falling is actually one of the least likely accidents. Even though falling is a risk, there are many other injuries that are more common. You should be aware of these risks and how to prevent them before you get involved in mountain or rock climbing.
You are fighting gravity even harder when you climb even though gravity is something that our bodies are used to in normal day-to-day living. In order to fight the forces of gravity, you use your fingers, hands, feet, and limbs. In addition to this, usually you are climbing in extreme temperatures and in jagged terrain.
Our bones are connected by thick tissues called ligaments. They’re not as elastic as our muscles so when they’re stretched and put under strain they can tear or come away from the bone. Collateral ligament strain is what this type of injury is called and for climbers, this typically occurs in the fingers. Repeatedly pulling your body up with just a few fingers can be the cause of this injury. Mild cases are also known to cause pain in the fingers and limited function.
Tendons attach muscles to bones and are also not very elastic so they are prone to strain and damage. Afflicting many climbers in the forearm and elbow is a medical condition called Lateral Epicondylitis. Because of the repetitive grabbing and pulling with the arms, strain can be created in these tendons and it can lead to damage.
There are other common injuries besides the physical injuries from continued strain. If debris and rocks are loosened, it can fall on you and on other climbers. Don’t forget the threat of avalanches and other large scale hazards. Most likely, these hazards will occur in the changes of seasons from winter to spring. While this kind of danger is rare, you should be aware of the hazards.
As mentioned earlier, falls can happen so proper precautions need to be taken but they are not considered the most common occurrence for climbers. When you are dehydrated, tired, or are exposed to extreme temperatures, then falls are more likely to happen. Not only are your muscles more fatigued, but your judgment is also poor and your coordination is bad during these situations.
Mountain and rock climbing can make for a great outdoor vacation and it can also be a sport that’s rewarding and exhilarating. There are risks involved in any sport but climbing risks can lead to more serious injuries. You need to know how to avoid these injuries and dangers and to do so, all of these risks should be considered before you take up climbing.
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