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. 1986 Dec;20(4):165–166. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.20.4.165

Injuries in taekwondo.

J E Siana, P Borum, H Kryger
PMCID: PMC1478327  PMID: 3814987

Abstract

During the 6th Taekwondo World Championship more than 4 per cent of the competitors were admitted to hospital. The majoirity of the severe injuries were to the head and neck. More padding and a change of rules are recommended.

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