Question 1

what risks do mma fighters put on the line medically when fighting? i am a huge fan but i was curious so i thought i'd ask.

Accepted Answer

MMA injuries: Buse gj. No holds barred sport fighting: a 10 year review of mixed martial arts competition. Br j sports med. 2006;40(2):169-72.

Ngai km, levy f, hsu eb. Injury trends in sanctioned mixed martial arts competition: a 5-year review from 2002 to 2007. Br j sports med. 2008;42(8):686-9.

Question 2

what can be done to shed pounds fast for martial arts ?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Losing weight fast means losing waster. There is not a good way to safely lose fat weight quickly. Typically 1-2 pounds a week is normal on a good program. If your are heavier, you may lose 3-4 lbs initially per week but you will taper off to 1-2 quickly.

Question 3

will performing martial arts contribute or stunt my growth?

Accepted Answer

Neither: Practicing martial arts should not make one shorter or taller.  The most significant factor is genetic: the height of one's parents and ancestors. The second is eating a nutritious diet with adequate calories for your age and activity level. If there are still concerns about stature, one should consult with a pediatrician or pediatric endocrinologist.

Question 4

how can you relief pain in these areas after martial arts training?

Accepted Answer

What areas?: I'll try to answer your question, based on my own injuries in martial arts training.  For general aches/bruises after training, the best thing is a cold compress.  Apply for 20 min over the bruise to not only reduce pain, but reduce swelling/bleeding in the injured tissue.  Avoid aspirin/aspirin containing products.  Massage can help relieve pain, along with topical pain relievers.

Question 5

is there an ultimate diet for a big man looking to study martial arts?

Accepted Answer

Low fat, low sugar: The best diet for martial arts or any sport that requires speed and agility, is one that is going to help you to lose wt, without losing energy.  If you want to reduce wt, i usually advise a low fat/ low sugar diet, with lots of vegetables, whole grains, and avoid refined sugar.  The important thing is to be patient and stick with the exercise and diet!  congratulations are your endeavor to train!

Question 6

will signing up my child for martial arts lessons give him more discipline?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: As in all coached sports, the quality of the coach will determine the quality of your child's experience.  Respect, personal responsibility, and discipline are emphasized in most martial arts programs; in fact they are also emphasized in most other sport programs. Help your child select activities which are fun for him or her. Your child  may need to try different ones out to find a 'best fit'.

Question 7

hi docs, would mma and kickboxing help me lose weight?

Accepted Answer

All physical : Activity that helps to burn calories can help with weight loss. However, you must insure that calories burned exceed calories consumed. A combination of cardio workouts and weight training can be optimal.

Question 8

i've had 2 lower back surgerys will i be able to do mma?

Accepted Answer

Variable: What type of surgery? Minor or major fusion? Probably not your best idea.

Question 9

bent three fingers back at mma practice. what kind of injury is that?

Accepted Answer

Sprain most likely: Most of the time when fingers are hyperextended back it causes a sprain (tear) of the ligaments.  If it is a more severe injury you may have torn the tendon, causing an avulsion fracture where the tendon attachment to the bone is torn off.  Be sure to ice your fingers, buddy tape them together.  If you are having a hard time opening and closing your hand to make a fist go see your doctor.

Question 10

training in mma. any danger if you have migraines, and get hit in the head?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Listen to your body. Dont fight if you have a headache. Seek medical attention if your headache worsens or fails to improve.

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I've had 2 lower back surgerys will i be able to do mma?

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Bent three fingers back at mma practice. what kind of injury is that?

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