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Equestrian-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries Presenting to a Chiropractic Practice: A Retrospective Chart Review of 19 Patients

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this study was to describe the types of equestrian-related musculoskeletal injuries and their management. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the charts of 19 patients who presented with injuries from equestrian activities at a chiropractic practice from December 2000 to December 2020. Deidentified data were extracted from the charts and summarized. Results: Of the 19 patients, 42.3% presented with acute trauma, 38.5% had overuse injuries, and 19.2% had chronic injuries as a result of previous trauma. We found that 90% of overuse injuries and 18.2% of acute injuries led to chronic conditions that needed ongoing management. Conclusion: From this sample of patients, there was a high percentage of overuse and chronic injuries for patients who participated in equestrian activities.

Source: Journal of Chiropractic Medicine

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcm.2022.07.004

Authors: Tina J. Wang, Toni Ward, Hang T. Nguyen, Eric L. Hurwitz

Institutions: Loma Linda University, Southern California University of Health Sciences, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Language: English

Topic: Sports injuries and prevention

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4297896088