Relationship Between the Competitive Behaviour and Shoulder Injuries in Professional Badminton Players
Authors: Jamadar Amisha , Borkar Tejas 
Published: March 2024

Background: Competitive behaviour, is the willingness and desire to compete, with actions taken to either increase or decrease competition. It delves into the notion of competitiveness, as it drives individuals to achieve a specific goal and to outperform others pursuing the same objective.fdThe drawbacks include the potential for serious injuries, high costs, time demands, stress, and the fostering of unhealthy rivalries. It also highlights the psychological toll that leads to diminished enthusiasm for the sport among participants. Badminton is a fast-paced game requiring exceptional fitness, strength, agility, speed, accuracy, and aerobic endurance. The sport involves complex racquet movements and high motor coordination with players frequently engaging in overhead strokes and rapid movements. Injuries of badminton players encompass both acute traumatic incidents and overuse injuries. The repetitive nature, such as overhead strokes, puts significant strain on the upper extremities, leading to conditions like tendinitis, periostitis, and shoulder pain. The injury rates during competitions compared to training sessions are very high. rise of overuse injuries among young players, cautioning against the "no pain, no gain" mentality and advocating for proper injury management to prevent long-term consequences.
Aim: Relationship between the Competitive behaviour and shoulder injuries in badminton players
Methodology: The study was a qualitative data approach with an analytical study design. The target participants are professional badminton players. The survey was conducted in an offline environment using a meticulously crafted descriptive questionnaire. The study duration is of one year to comprehensively capture and analyse data. Convenient sampling technique was utilized, ultimately enrolling 49 professional badminton players as participants. The data collection procedure involved the administration of a self-designed questionnaire that was validated by subject experts and named "Competitive Behaviour in Professional Badminton Players Questionnaire." Participants received a questionnaire via an offline channel and after all responses were gathered, analysis was conducted.
Results And Discussion: The study reveals the intricate interplay between competitive behaviour and shoulder injuries in professional badminton players, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of athletic performance and injury risk. While competitive behaviour is integral to the sport's ethos, it can inadvertently predispose athletes to injury, particularly when combined with factors like fatigue and emotional intensity. Acute shoulder injuries are prevalent among players due to the physical strain of intense gameplay and repetitive overhead motions, exacerbated by psychological pressures to succeed. However, addressing injury risk in a competitive environment requires personalized approaches tailored to individual differences. Future research should explore targeted interventions, including biomechanical analysis and psychological resilience training, to optimize player performance and minimize injury risk in professional badminton.
Conclusion: In conclusion, this study sheds light on the complex relationship between competitive behaviour and shoulder injuries among professional badminton players. It underscores the need for proactive measures to prioritize player well-being and injury prevention within the sport. By emphasizing proper coaching, structured training programs, and psychological support, stakeholders can mitigate injury risk and promote long-term athlete health. Moving forward, targeted interventions and personalized approaches are essential to optimize player performance and ensure a safer and more sustainable future for athletes in the sport of badminton.

Key words: professional badminton players, competitive behaviour, shoulder