Flying Crane
Sr. Grandmaster
It is absolutely possible to reach reasonable conclusions on topics that have not been academically studied. Anecdote is not rigorous science, but is not automatically junk either. Looking at it within the greater context can lead to reasonable conclusions.
In this case, I think the reasonable assumption is that many years of training high kicks can lead to hip deterioration. It’s not guaranteed. And it may be one of multiple factors that contributes. The quality of instruction one received, the accuracy of one’s biomechanics, their consistency, their genetic predispositions, etc. can all contribute one way or the other. As well as other injuries or activities. But it is not a crazy position to take.
In this case, I think the reasonable assumption is that many years of training high kicks can lead to hip deterioration. It’s not guaranteed. And it may be one of multiple factors that contributes. The quality of instruction one received, the accuracy of one’s biomechanics, their consistency, their genetic predispositions, etc. can all contribute one way or the other. As well as other injuries or activities. But it is not a crazy position to take.
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