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Factors to consider

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Sports or exercises with a lot of physical contact or collisions, repetitive or extreme movements, or involving high speeds or great heights can have the highest risk of injury for a person with haemophilia. However, using suitable equipment and taking precautions can often decrease this risk.

Choosing an activity should involve discussions with the haemophilia care team, the young person, and their parents or carers.

Things to consider are the young person’s interests, physical ability and fitness, medical history, and any risks of complications. Keep in mind that key reasons for participating in sports and exercise include the chance to hang out with friends and to have fun.

What factors should be considered before beginning a new activity? 

Prophylaxis: pre-exercise factor replacement 

Exercise and inhibitors 

For more information on factors to consider in sport and exercise for young people with haemophilia, including new treatments with extended half-life (EHL) factor and non-factor therapies like Hemlibra, visit HFA's Factored In youth website

In Vivo Academy developed this educational resource in collaboration with Haemophilia Foundation Australia and Haemophilia Foundation of New Zealand. 

On the Move with Haemophilia was supported by Pfizer's Independent Grants for Learning & Change through an independent medical education grant.

First published 2018. Reviewed January 2021.

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Date last reviewed: 1 January 2021

Important Note: This information was developed by Haemophilia Foundation Australia for education and information purposes only and does not replace advice from a treating health professional. Always see your health care provider for assessment and advice about your individual health before taking action or relying on published information. This information may be printed or photocopied for educational purposes.

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