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- Football is a globally popular sport, but it is associated with a high rate of gonarthrosis (knee osteoarthritis) among players.
- This elevated risk is attributed mainly to injuries in the meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), often leading to surgeries.
- Knee injuries are the most common type among football players and contribute significantly to long-term knee problems after the sport.
Article Abstract
Football is one of the most popular sports in the world. Many studies have shown there is a high incidence of gonarthrosis in football players. The reason for this increase is said to be injuries to the meniscus, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the resulting surgeries. The incidence is significantly increased in players with knee injuries. The knee is also the most commonly injured site in football and the most common cause of surgery in football players. Together these injuries, particularly of the ACL or meniscus and the resulting surgeries, increase the risk of developing gonarthrosis in post-football years.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6132680 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.2953 | DOI Listing |
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