Spectrum of cases of head injuries in amateur boxers during practice session

Abstract

Safety precaution in amateur boxing in practice sessions is less than optimal. Safety measures such as wearing of head gear, restriction of practice sessions and medical supervision & examination are strictly adhered to during practice session. The varying patterns of Sub Dural Hematomas encountered by the authors in a span of 2 years in young amateur boxers during practice sessions are hereby reported.

Keywords

Sub Dural Hematoma - Boxing - Brain edema - Head injury

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