Section 8: Safety Considerations
Muay Thai is full-contact 8-limb striking with elevated injury risk (KO, lacerations, fractures, joint trauma from kicks/elbows). ONE Championship mandates: comprehensive pre-fight medical (neurological, cardiac, ophthalmological, MRI for major bouts), ringside physician with stoppage authority, on-site EMT + ambulance + medical team, AED in arena. Post-fight medical assessment. KO triggers automatic medical suspension (minimum 30-60 days, neurological clearance required). Concussion protocol per ONE medical guidelines. Mandatory weigh-in + IV-fluid prohibition (ONE was first major promotion to ban dangerous weight-cutting practices). Hydration testing + day-of-fight weight checks.