In brief A large survey of martial arts athletes was conducted, and 24, 112 injuries were identified. The areas most commonly injured were the thighs, legs, and digits. Contusions, sprains, and strains were the most common types of injuries. Most injuries occurred in less experienced people, and the number of injuries decreased as expertise and training increased. Only 47 serious injuries were recorded, a rate of 1 in 500 injuries. Most serious injuries, especially head injuries, occurred while sparring and in tournaments. Less than half the injuries that occur during tournaments are brought to the attending physician. This may be because the injuries were minor or because of tournament psychology.