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Common Swim Injuries and Prevention
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Swimmer's Ear




To prevent it, keep ears dry and use earplugs if necessary. Treat with ear-dry solutions, antibiotics if it's an infection, and avoid swimming until better.




Tendonitis




Prevent through regular stretching, proper equipment, and not overtraining. Treatment includes rest, ice, compression, elevation, and NSAIDs.




Muscle Cramps




Prevention strategies include proper hydration, balanced electrolytes, and sufficient warm-up before activity. Treatments entail stretching, massage, and electrolyte replenishment.




Lower Back Pain




Prevent with core strengthening exercises and maintaining proper swim technique. Treat with rest, physical therapy, stretching, and potentially using a back brace.




Chlorine Rash




Prevention can involve showering before and after swimming, using a barrier cream, and moisturizing the skin. Treatment includes topical steroids, moisturizers, and staying out of chlorinated water until healed.




Breaststroker's Knee




Prevention includes using proper technique while doing the breaststroke and incorporating hip and leg strengthening exercises. Treatment often requires rest, physical therapy, and sometimes knee braces.




Swimmer's Shoulder




Prevention techniques include shoulder strengthening exercises, proper stroke mechanics, and adequate rest. Treatments involve physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and rest.




Neck Pain




Prevent with neck strengthening exercises and proper swimming form. Treatment involves rest, ice, heat therapy, and stretching.
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