Sailing and Yacht Racing, Injuries in

Sailing and yacht racing is a long-standing competitive sport. The America's Cup, first won in 1851, is the oldest active international sports trophy. The few studies that document medical concerns of sailing involve highly experienced sailors. Injuries and illnesses occur with similar frequency to other noncontact sports. These concerns are mostly minor, yet some are life threatening. The tendency for injury increases as the wind velocity rises. Medical concerns differ in dinghy and large-boat sailing. Further differences are seen based on boat class, ...