Are Wrist Supports Necessary for Gymnastics, Cheerleading, or Backyard Tumbling?

Wrist health is very important, especially in stunts and tricks as seen in gymnastics, cheerleading or even the simple backyard stunt. Such sports require the usage of muscles that involve precision as well as strength and flexibility and many of them put a lot of pressure on wrists. Information on the need for wrist supports can help athletes and enthusiasts reduce the risk of developing wrist issues or improving performance. This article focuses on using wrist supports and their effectiveness in the case of prevention or injuries, rehabilitation processes, and improving athletes’ performance. The Design and Function of Wrists in Gymnastics, Cheerleading and Tumbling In gymnastics, cheerleading and stunt tumbling, for example, the wrists play a very important role when it comes to manoeuvring and performing specific moves. Thus, the wrists are subjected to shear force, repetitive stress and high-impact forces during handstands, cartwheels, flips and stunts. From time to time,...