The synthetic soccer fields are classrooms in Riobamba

The practice of room soccer on synthetic courts can cause injuries to adults if prior warming is not made.In children, this inconvenience is draw for their ability to adapt, according to experts.

Knee lesions, ankle, bruises and lumbar pain are frequent in athletes who like to have fun in these places, as indicated by the physiotherapist of the Quito League, Fernando Iza.

However, the specialist adds that children can prepare on these surfaces for their faculty of adaptability.“Adults are used to playing in cement, land and natural grass.For children it is easy because their limbs and their minds are quickly coupled ”.

This tendency to play in simulated fields won clientele in the region.In the Bellavista citadel, located in the Southeast of Riobamba, 44 boys between 5 and 15 years are trained daily.They are part of the Bellavista club holiday.

The courts were delivered in June to be administered by the Bellavista partners.In addition, synthetic material was equipped to the esplanades of the Santa Faz and Villa María neighborhoods.The Cabildo invested USD 116 500.

Jaime Muquinche, school coach, says that practices develop from 09:00 to 11:30 and from 3:00 p.m..

"The first three days I got tired fast.Little by little I am getting used to running and jumping on this false surface, ”says Franklin Oviedo, 10, who wears a black heater.

There are developed matches organized by clubs and associations.In the Villa María Citadel, in the west of the city, a three -meter -high metal mesh delimits the pitch with the stands and bathrooms.

For the use of one hour you must cancel USD 8.In these spaces they play three to five daily games.The afternoon and night are the most requested by neighbors and athletes.

Ramón Yucay, leader of the Villa María Club, says that in the week, 30 meetings are held on average.According to managers, the proceeds serves to maintain the green carpet and the acquisition of metal arches.These must be repaired every six months.

“We have heard of some injuries for the use of the artificial field.We do not know about this issue, but we will investigate about the messes and advantages, ”says Yucay.

Antonio Flores, a 25 -year -old amateur athlete, argues that he did not step on this type of land since 2007.Play a striker in neighborhood and parish tournaments.“The unnatural courts are slippery and that's why an old injury in my right knee made me.Now only practical on natural grass ".

For the installation of the rolls with the synthetic green, granulated syllic sand is placed.In addition, other materials are used for sows to put straight.

Víctor Caiza, a doctor at the Olmedo Club, considers that the injuries of professional players and Amateur return on synthetic land.“To avoid more inconveniences I recommend training with plain shoes and previously heat up to 15 minutes before tournaments.There are people who arrive back and play without prior preparation and are prone to injuries ”.

Tips for this type of court

It is advisable to play two or three times a week and at least for 30 minutes in each game.

The aerobic phase is to raise body temperature and increase pulsations before the party.

When heating, body joints must be exercised with circular movements and minor jogging.

The player must constantly hydrate.It is recommended to consume only bottled water.

Wounds should be treated to avoid the risk of infections and exposure to chemical components.

To reduce the synthetic surface temperature it is advisable to irrigate it with water.Lasts few time.