Thermography as an aid in the prevention of injuries in soccer: Presentation of a possible curricular component in imaging courses

Abstract

Thermography is a non-invasive method that records body thermal gradients and patterns by measuring the thermal radiation emitted by the body. It can be used to diagnose sports injuries, as it captures the infrared radiation emitted by the individual himself, without emitting external radiation. The lesions trigger inflammatory processes that generate heat, detectable by thermography before clinical signs appear, allowing for preventive intervention. This technique makes it possible to measure temperatures and form thermal images, precisely locating injury points. Thus, it is possible to monitor the evolution of the inflammatory condition and prevent aggravation, even when the lesion is not yet clinically noticeable.

DOI: 10.56238/sevenVmulti2024-160