Priest made a number of recommendations for reducing injury in gymnasts.
Recommendations:
(1) Use experienced spotters.
(2) Use thicker pads whenever possible.
(3) Train the gymnast in how to fall.
If an injury does occur:
(1) Have injuries managed by clinicians experienced in sports medicine.
(2) Immoblize an injured joint for as short a period as possible.
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