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Para Armwrestling (WAF)
Verdict
Same primary injury risk as able-bodied armwrestling: spiral humerus fractures, shoulder strain, elbow ligament damage. Pre-competition medical clearance + classification-specific clearance.
Why people argue about this
People often assume that Para Armwrestling's safety considerations are less stringent than able-bodied arm wrestling simply because of its name. However, they misunderstand that the rules actually mirror those closely, ensuring pre-competition medical and classification-specific clearances to mitigate the same primary risks: spiral humerus fractures, shoulder strain, and elbow ligament damage.
Send this to your friend — argument over.
Same primary injury risk as able-bodied armwrestling: spiral humerus fractures, shoulder strain, elbow ligament damage. Pre-competition medical clearance + classification-specific clearance. WAF mandates on-site athletic trainer + EMT + ambulance at Para Championships. AED on-site. Specialized seating + transfer-assistance protocols for wheelchair athletes. Mat-side classification panel reviews any classification-status questions during competition.
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