Abstract
The mechanism underlying gender disparity in anterior cruciate ligament injury risk is likely multifactorial in nature. Several theories have been proposed to explain the mechanisms underlying the gender difference in anterior cruciate ligament injury rates. These theories include the intrinsic variables of anatomical, hormonal, neuromuscular, and biomechanical differences between genders and extrinsic variables. Identification of both extrinsic and intrinsic risk factors associated with the anterior cruciate ligament injury mechanism may provide direction for targeted prophylactic treatment to high-risk individuals.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 299-311 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | American Journal of Sports Medicine |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 2006 |
Keywords
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
- Biomechanics
- Female athlete
- Injury mechanisms
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation