Juan de la Torre

Football is a dynamic sport distinguished by electrifying sprints, impactful tackles, and dynamic aerial duels. As a result, it inherently predisposes athletes to be susceptible to injuries. These injuries, characterized by their potentially debilitating effects, deal pain, compromise athletic performance and consequentially can lead to benching of players during crucial matches.

Thermography has emerged as a pioneering tool revolutionizing the landscape of football. This non-invasive modality uses infrared cameras to capture fluctuations in skin temperature, thereby unveiling physiological insights hidden under the surface.

In contrast to conventional imaging modalities that show anatomical structures, thermography highlights the physiological context of underlying tissues. Heightened temperatures mean higher blood circulation and metabolic activity which is often indicative of inflammatory processes. Conversely, regions showing lower temperatures hint at compromised blood perfusion, potentially signalling muscular dysfunction or neural impairment.