Publications by authors named "Kristina Zeidler"
Purpose: This study investigated metacarpal fracture occurrences, characteristics, treatments, and return-to-play times for National Football League (NFL) athletes.
Methods: NFL players who sustained metacarpal fractures during the 2012 to 2018 seasons were reviewed. All players on the 32 NFL team active rosters with metacarpal fractures recorded through the NFL Injury Database were included.
Article Synopsis
- This study analyzed lower extremity compartment syndrome incidents among NFL players from 2000 to 2017, focusing on injury mechanisms, treatment methods, and recovery times.
- It found that out of 22 cases, most injuries occurred during games and were often due to direct impacts, with a majority requiring surgery.
- Despite its rarity, the study concluded that players have a favorable return-to-play rate after surgical treatment, highlighting the need for quick diagnosis by team medical staff.