Injektionsport

Injektionsport is a term found in German-language discourse that generally does not denote a formally organized sport with official competitions. Instead, it is used in two main senses. In a medical or rehabilitative context, it refers to the use of injections as part of treatment for athletes, such as intra-articular steroids, platelet-rich plasma, or other injectable therapies, administered under medical supervision. In this sense, Injektionsport is not a sport but a medical practice within sport, governed by medical ethics and anti-doping rules.

Historically or critically, the term has also appeared as a critique of doping practices, where injections of substances—often performance-enhancing drugs—played a role. Anti-doping agencies regulate or prohibit most injections of prohibited substances; some injections may be allowed for legitimate medical reasons with documentation and oversight.

In media, literature, or speculative contexts, Injektionsport may be used to describe a fictional sport or a satirical concept about the medicalization of sport. The term is not widely standardized and its meaning can vary depending on the source.

regulation and safety considerations are central to discussions around the term when it relates to medical injections. Injections carry risks and should be performed only by qualified professionals. In the context of sport, anti-doping rules play a crucial role in determining which substances and methods are permissible and under what conditions.

See also: Doping in sport, Sports medicine, Injection therapy.