The fitness and sports industries are undergoing a major shift right now with AI and machine learning being adopted in every corner. But nowhere is this more evident than with the use of predictive analytics to prevent injury. Basically, AI and machine learning have a knack for digging through tons of data and finding the most important bits that can help you make better choices way before problems show up.
Likewise, devices like wearables that monitor athletes' physical states and predict injury risks can also be used to monitor patients' vital signs and predict health issues before they become critical, potentially transforming patient care delivery.iOS 17.5 Release Date: Major iPhone Update Could Debut Any Minute NowTo fully understand AI and how it can help with preventing injuries, let’s look at how the technology has been used thus far.
This predictive power allows fitness apps to offer timely advice on training adjustments to mitigate harm. For instance, wearable devices and app inputs gather data points like heart rate and recovery times, which AI models can then use to predict overuse injuries or the need for rest in endurance sports. This cuts down the risk of overtraining injuries.