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Impact and costs of injuries in professional basketball: Insights from a four-season analysis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Injuries in professional basketball affect player performance and generate significant costs. This study analyzed the incidence and economic impact of 102 injuries in a team from the ACB League over four seasons, with an injury rate of 5.85 injuries per 1,000 hours, higher during games. Muscle injuries (42 %), mainly involving hamstrings and the Achilles tendon, were the most common. Although 68.6 % were minor (1-7 days), severe injuries (>28 days) accounted for the highest economic burden. Single-competition seasons exhibited a higher budgetary impact (6.5 %) compared to dual-competition seasons (4.5 %). The findings highlight the importance of preventive programs tailored to the competitive demands and player characteristics.

Source: Apunts Sports Medicine

DOI: 10.1016/j.apunsm.2025.100482

Authors: Adrián Rubio-Jiménez, Javier Peña, Adriá Sabata, Toni Caparrós, Martí Casals

Institutions: Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya, Institut Nacional d'Educació Física de Catalunya

Language: English

Topic: Sports injuries and prevention

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,190