Ring doctor
Ring doctor is a Muay Thai rules term. Medical officer who clears fighters at the weigh-in, examines cuts during the bout and can order the referee to stop it. It is also written Ringside physician. Related terms: TKO and Medical suspension. It is one of 40 rules terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources.
Meaning
- Ring doctor
- Medical officer who clears fighters at the weigh-in, examines cuts during the bout and can order the referee to stop it.
| Term | Ring doctor |
|---|---|
| Also written | Ringside physician |
| Category | Rules |
Sources: muaythai.sport ↗ · wbcmuaythai.com ↗
Questions about Ring doctor
What does Ring doctor mean in Muay Thai?
Medical officer who clears fighters at the weigh-in, examines cuts during the bout and can order the referee to stop it.
What are other spellings of Ring doctor?
It is also written Ringside physician. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Ring doctor?
Related terms: TKO and Medical suspension.
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