Summer encourages people to be more active, pushing their physical boundaries to embrace new challenges and get outside. While this is undoubtedly a positive aspect, it also contributes to an increase in sports injuries. As physical therapists, it's important to acknowledge and address this surge in injuries by spreading awareness and promoting preventive measures.

MMA is a sport with a high injury rate, with an incidence of 25 injuries per 100 competitive fights. The majority of injuries are to the head and face, followed by the wrist and hand.