The Determination of Force on the Metacarpal Heads of Mixed Martial Artists: A Comparison of Hand Protection

Abstract

Purpose: The impact forces imparted on the second and third metacarpal heads of the dominant, or trail fist during a punch delivered to a standard heavy bag from Mixed Martial Artists was studied. The purpose of this study is... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Daniel Hudson (Adrian College)
  2. Victor Liberi (Adrian College)
  3. Greg Thompson (Adrian College)
  4. John Goetschius (Adrian College)

Topic Area

Exercise Science

Session

1C » Oral Session 1C (09:30 - Wednesday, 5th April, Peelle 210)