Causes of Lacerations
A laceration is a deep cut or tear in skin. Feet and hands are some of the most likely areas of injury to occur. Lacerations most commonly result from contact between the surfer and the fin, or fins, of the surfboard, which can often cause thin, deep cuts to the skin. However, other lacerations can occur when surfing over sharp rocks, reef or other dangerous environments.

Classification of Injury
In surfing, Lacerations are often Soft Tissue injuries that are caused by direct contact with an external force as explained above.
Causes of Fractures
A fracture is the cracking or breaking of a bone. Fractures most commonly occur in the face, skull, and chest within surfing. Fractures in surfing mainly result from awkward …show more content…
It is recommended that ageing athletes continue in exercising in the water such as surfing (along as it is in appropriate and safe conditions) as some may experience an increase in bone and muscle mass.
Female athletes
Eating Disorders

Eating disorders in female athletes can have a huge impact in maintaining a healthy weight and well being. Eating disorders can result from a range of factors such as peer influence, media, ideal sporting image, etc. For a Female athlete to participate in surfing they should undertake ways of prevention, which include the female athlete, to be aware of the symptoms, be observed in their training routines and social practices such as eating and gain advice from nutrition experts.

Bone Density

Bone density refers to the thickness and strength of bones. Female athletes need to be aware of the effects that can result from it such as if they where to decrease their exercise and intake inadequate amounts of calcium, it can lead to the decrease of bone density and osteoporosis therefore become more susceptible to further