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Sumo

Weight-category, striking, grappling and weapon disciplines with individual safety needs.

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Health starting points

What changes in Sumo?

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Head-impact exposure

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Weight-making and hydration

03

Hand, wrist and facial injury

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Neurological and psychological follow-up

These are general discussion points, not a diagnosis or a complete risk profile. Individual care belongs with appropriately qualified professionals.

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