Publications by authors named "Abdullah Otayn"
Medicine (Baltimore)
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- This study investigates the prevalence of overuse injuries among gym-goers in Saudi Arabia, highlighting that while physical activity improves health, it can also result in injuries that affect exercise and work capacity.*
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- A survey of 1012 participants showed that most injuries affected the shoulder, knee, and lower back, with bodybuilding and running being the most common activities linked to injuries.*
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- Findings revealed that longer workout sessions (over 2 hours) lead to a higher prevalence of certain injuries, while shorter sessions (less than 1 hour) were associated with muscle cramps and spasms.*
