Risk Factors for Noncontact Ankle Injuries in Amateur Male Soccer Players

Background: Etiologically, the risk of an ankle injury depends on extrinsic and intrinsic factors, such as muscle strength asymmetry, decreased flexibility, and decreased proprioception, as well as patient age and history of injuries. Purpose/Hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors present in the preseason assessment that may predispose professional soccer players to ankle injuries. We hypothesized that analysis of these parameters could relate the incidence of injuries to the deficits found during the preseason period, enabling the identification of risk factors to predict the occurrence of injuries. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 2. Methods: A total of 89 professional soccer athletes were evaluated in the preseason period; the evaluation included athlete history and anthropometric data collection, an isokinetic ankle evaluation, and functional tests: the Dorsiflexion Lunge Test and Y-Balance Test (YBT). The athletes were monitored during the competitive period, and the incidence of injuries was surveyed. The association of quantitative variables and injury outcomes was analyzed using the Student t test for independent samples, with P < .05. For the association of categorical variables and injury outcomes, the chi-square test was performed, with P < .05. Results: A higher incidence of ankle injuries was associated with lower YBT scores in the dominant ( P = .04) and nondominant ( P = .01) limbs. A higher body mass index was also associated with a higher injury occurrence ( P = .01). Conclusion: Functional tests, such as the YBT, are indicated tools for assessing the physical capacities and possible risks of ankle sprains, as they can evaluate the ankle functional capacity in a complex way, identifying athletes more prone to ankle injuries. Athletes’ body mass index should also be taken into account to prevent such injuries.

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Injury risk profile of amateur Irish women soccer players and players’ opinions on risk factors and prevention strategies

Physical Therapy in Sport ◽

10.1016/j.ptsp.2021.05.008 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Tahani A. Alahmad ◽

Audrey C. Tierney ◽

Roisin M. Cahalan ◽

Nassr S. Almaflehi ◽

Amanda M. Clifford

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Injury Risk ◽

Risk Profile ◽

Soccer Players ◽

Prevention Strategies ◽

Irish Women

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Evolving injury profiles amid advancing sport: Musculoskeletal injuries in ringball players

South African Journal of Sports Medicine ◽

10.17159/2078-516x/2020/v32i1a8166 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 32 (1) ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Blessing Mkhwanazi ◽

Julian David Pillay

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

South Africa ◽

Injury Prevention ◽

Response Rate ◽

Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽

Ankle Injuries ◽

Categorical Variables ◽

Future Research ◽

Current Season ◽

Kwazulu Natal

Background: Ringball, a sport historically derived from conventional basketball and netball, demonstrates the evolution of traditional sport. The variations between these sports may predispose players to different risk factors and consequent injuries and their impact, yet they are usually considered comparably. Objective: To determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries and to profile injuries based on location, severity, and mechanisms of occurrence. A further objective was to compare the injuries sustained in ringball with that of basketball and netball. Methods: A questionnaire-based study, administered to 110 ringball players in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, was applied. Data were described and compared using frequencies/ percentages for categorical variables. Results: Seventy-six ringball players completed the questionnaire (69% response rate). The prevalence of at least one injury during/after the last or current season was 80% (n=61). The most commonly reported injury was to the foot/ankle (36%; n=33) followed by the knee (29%; n=27) and wrist (9%; n=8). The most common mechanisms of injury reported were landing (15%; n=9), jumping (9%; n=5), goal shooting (7%; n=4), defending (7%; n=4) and collision (7%; n=4). Discussion: Ringball shares similar injuries to that of basketball/netball, with foot/ankle injuries being the most prevalent. The prevalence of other injuries in ringball differed from basketball/netball, suggesting variations between these sports as a contributor to the injuries described. Conclusion: The evolution of sport and the modifications in rules/techniques may create a nuanced injury profile to those commonly identified. The combination of a sport’s uniqueness/modification and its similarities to other sports warrants the need for more tailored approaches to injury prevention and a platform for future research.

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A Retrospective Survey of Injuries Occurring in Dogs and Handlers Participating in Canicross

Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology ◽

10.1055/s-0038-1661390 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 31 (05) ◽

pp. 332-338 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Caitlin Whyle ◽

Pilar Lafuente

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Clinical Significance ◽

Survey Design ◽

Injury Rate ◽

Complete Recovery ◽

Ankle Injuries ◽

Retrospective Survey ◽

Injury Type ◽

Cross Country ◽

Insight Into

Objectives Canicross is a popular canine and human cross-country sport. The purpose of this study was to identify the most common injuries, their severity, risk factors and the recovery. Methods An internet-based retrospective survey design was used to examine the characteristics of injuries, demographic and competition information and associations with injury rate. Results A total of 160 surveys were received and indicated that at the time of the survey 21.9% of dogs (35/160) had experienced at least one injury. Lacerations, abrasions and punctures were the most common injury type (22/49), most frequently occurring in the footpads of the forelimb (13/16). The majority of dogs (38/49) recovered from their injuries. Sixty-nine out of 147 of the human handlers experienced injuries while competing; ankle injuries (25/69) and bruises, cuts and grazes (20/69) were the most common injuries. Risk factors for injuries were being a purebred Labrador, dogs running with another dog and additionally competing in agility. Conclusions Labradors, dogs running with another dog and dogs also participating in agility competitions were at higher risk for injury. Injuries of the footpads of the forelimb were the most common injuries in dogs. Most dogs had a complete recovery from their injuries. Clinical Significance This is the first study that gives us insight into injuries occurring in dogs and handlers competing in canicross. This will help making recommendations for this sport as well as enable veterinarians to understand the risks and injuries.

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Intrinsic Risk Factors for Groin Injuries among Male Soccer Players

The American Journal of Sports Medicine ◽

10.1177/0363546510375544 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 38 (10) ◽

pp. 2051-2057 ◽

Cited By ~ 116

Author(s):

Anders Hauge Engebretsen ◽

Grethe Myklebust ◽

Ingar Holme ◽

Lars Engebretsen ◽

Roald Bahr

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Soccer Players

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Risk factors for lower extremity injuries in young badminton players

Scientia Medica ◽

10.15448/1980-6108.2018.2.28939 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 28 (2) ◽

pp. 28939

Author(s):

Ang Lin Kang ◽

Vinodhkumar Ramalingam

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Lower Extremity ◽

Limb Length Discrepancy ◽

Ankle Injuries ◽

Case Group ◽

Lower Limb Injuries ◽

Lower Extremity Injuries ◽

Younger Age ◽

Limb Injuries ◽

Extremity Injuries

AIMS: Based on the limited evidence available about the intrinsic factors causing lower extremity injuries among Malaysian badminton players, this study was aimed to determine the relationship of demographic and physical characteristics to lower extremity injuries in young badminton players.METHODS: A cross-sectional study included badminton players between 14 and 24 years of age, categorized into case and control groups. Participants diagnosed with lower limb injuries were designated as cases, and those with no reported injuries were designated as controls. Personal information including demographic data, level of athlete and injury history was collected using a questionnaire. Independent t-test was used to analyze the differences between intrinsic characteristics in cases and controls. Pearson's χ2 was applied to evaluate the association between risk factors and general lower limb injuries, knee injuries and ankle injuries, with 95% confidence interval (CI). A p value of ≤0.05 was considered significant.RESULTS: A total of 106 young badminton players (83 males, 23 females) were recruited, of whom 42 participants were allocated as the case group, and 64 participants were allocated as the control group. A total of 60 lower extremity injuries were reported among the 42 players of the case group. The overall mean age of the sample was 18.7±5 years (minimum 14 years and maximum 24 years). Mean age of the participants in the case group was 16.92±2.99 years. The most common injuries reported were ankle joint injuries, followed by knee and hip injuries. Participants of the younger age group (14-19 years old) were found to have a higher risk for lower extremity injures compared to those of the older age group (20-24 years old) (odds ratio [OR], 3.39; 95%CI, 1.15-10.01; p=0.023). Increased true limb length discrepancy was identified among the participants with lower extremity injuries (OR, 4.57, 95%CI, 1.2-17.24; p=0.016) and this discrepancy was strongly associated with ankle injuries (OR, 7.25; 95%CI, 1.85-28.57; p=0.002). There was no significant relationship between lower extremity injuries and gender, limb dominance or Q-angle.CONCLUSIONS: Lower extremity injuries in young badminton players were predominantly located in ankle and knee joints. Younger age and increase in true limb length discrepancy were identified as risk factors for lower extremity injuries in the study sample.

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Ankle injuries

10.1093/med/9780199533909.003.0032 ◽

2013 ◽

Author(s):

Bill Ribbans ◽

Cathy Speed

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Early Recognition ◽

The Body ◽

Ankle Injuries ◽

Modifiable Risk Factors ◽

Full Potential ◽

Common Region

The ankle is the most common region of the body to be injured in sport. However, injuries sustained at this site are commonly neglected, resulting in potentially significant long-term functional and structural sequelae.Effective prophylactic strategies to minimize ankle injuries in specific sports should be developed. Addressing modifiable risk factors should be an important aspect of conditioning regimes for most sports, and early recognition and management of injuries is vital for preventing the development of chronic pathology limiting the attainment of an athlete’s full potential....

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