10-Year Epidemiology of Ankle Injuries in Men’s and Women’s Collegiate Basketball
An ankle ligament sprain is the most common injury in high school and collegiate athletics, accounting for 22.6% of all injuries.17,37 Further, it is the most common injury in men’s and women’s basketball at any level of competition. The high prevalence of ankle injuries in basketball can largely be attributed to the nature of the sport, which involves rapid changes in direction, player contact, repetitive jumping, and landing activities. Studies indicate that basketball players change motion every 2.0 to 2.82 seconds and jump up to 35 to 46 times per game.26,32 These activities have been linked with ankle injuries.
The majority of the previously published literature on ankle injuries focuses on circumstances surrounding the event, but there is little information regarding risk factors associated with them. Further, there is little published literature comparing the epidemiology of ankle injuries between male and female athletes. Comparing injuries based on sex is important, as male and female basketball players have different intrinsic risk factors and exposures.47
The purpose of this study was to review the 10-year epidemiology of ankle injuries in both men’s and women’s collegiate basketball and compare the discovered rates and variables between the 2 sexes to inform players, athletic trainers (ATs), and coaches on a preventative strategy.
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