抄録
The aim of this study is to analyze the contemporary trends of accidents occurring during aikido practice using the publications of three non-profit insurance associations, to introduce eleven serious accidends, and to suggest preventive measures.
The key points of the preventive measures are as follows;
1. To appreciate fully the potentially dangerous points of kata-practice of aikido.
2. To suggest preventive measures for avoiding accidents by shiho-nage and irimi-nage and to introduce medical opinions on the accidents.
3. To do preventive exercises, especially isometrics trainning for the neck.
4. Ensuring that the people concerned understand, draw up a report and publicize how the accident occurred and what should be done to prevent recurrences.
