Artistic Swimming - Artistic Impression | Shoulder Injuries

Artistic Swimming - Shoulder Injury Management and Objective Judging Strategies

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The following resource was delivered by European Aquatics as a part of their satellite Coaching Clinic event.

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Overview:

This video covers shoulder injuries in Artistic Swimming and judging criteria for artistic swimming. It addresses biomechanics, injury prevention, treatment strategies, and challenges judges face in balancing technical precision with artistic expression.

Key Communication Points:

1. Shoulder Injuries in Swimming & Artistic Swimming:
   Common Issues: Rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, subacromial impingement, biceps tendon injuries.
   Causes: Repetitive arm movements and high physical demands in swimming and gymnastics.
   Treatments:
   Non-surgical: Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, PRP injections.
   Surgical: Required for severe tears; 4-6 weeks of recovery.‍
2. Artistic Swimming: Judging Challenges & Criteria
   New Scoring System:
   Three scores: Choreography & musicality, performance, transitions.
   Aim: To separate creativity from execution for fairer judging.
   Judging Issues: Synchronisation errors vs. creative choreography.
   What Judges Look For: Variety, originality, smooth transitions, and memorable moments.

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