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What is the most common cause of a kneecap (patella) fracture?
What is the most common cause of a kneecap (patella) fracture?
- Awkward twist or pivot
- Bad landing after a jump (correct)
- Torn ligament within the knee
- Forceful impact to the knee
Which ligament is especially prone to tears in athletes who change direction suddenly?
Which ligament is especially prone to tears in athletes who change direction suddenly?
- Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) (correct)
- Lateral collateral ligament (LCL)
- Medial collateral ligament (MCL)
What can cause a meniscal tear in the knee?
What can cause a meniscal tear in the knee?
- Landing from a jump
- Awkward twist or pivot (correct)
- Sprain of the knee ligaments
- Complete tear of the knee ligaments
What is the commonest type of injury resulting from accidents and trauma?
What is the commonest type of injury resulting from accidents and trauma?
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What is the relationship between physical fitness and the risk of injury?
What is the relationship between physical fitness and the risk of injury?
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How often does injury occur during running?
How often does injury occur during running?
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What activity is most likely to lead to a groin pull?
What activity is most likely to lead to a groin pull?
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Which sport commonly leads to hamstring strains?
Which sport commonly leads to hamstring strains?
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Which sport puts individuals at higher risk for Achilles tendinitis?
Which sport puts individuals at higher risk for Achilles tendinitis?
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What activity is a common cause of shin splints?
What activity is a common cause of shin splints?
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