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KMID : 1195020200160020073
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Archives of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy
2020 Volume.16 No. 2 p.73 ~ p.80
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Proposal for Physical Fitness Enhancement Methods Based on Survey of Musculoskeletal Injuries and Treatment Experience in Active Duty Soldiers
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Do Jin-Hak
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study investigated the rate of injury, treatment experience, and individual opinions on the militaryculture in active-duty soldiers.
Methods: Thirty-eight male soldiers in special forces participated in this study. A self-reported questionnairewas applied to gather data about their previous injuries and treatment experiences, their current levels of prideand stress, and their individual opinions on military culture during their service.
Results: Among the 38 soldiers, 16 (42.11%) reported experiencing musculoskeletal injury and six (15.79%)indicated physical limitations in participating in combat training due to their injuries. The most frequent siteof injury was the ankle (50%). Among soldiers with previous injury, physical therapy (32.14%) was the mostcommon management method.
Conclusion: The results of this survey of musculoskeletal injury and post-treatment methods among soldiersindicate the need for education regarding the recognition of injury in training and systematic rehabilitation servicesto improve the current military culture that is directly linked to the power of the national defense.
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KEYWORD
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Epidemiology, Musculoskeletal injury, Rehabilitation, Soldier
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