Alpine Skiing Injuries

Davey, Annabelle; Endres, Nathan K.; Johnson, Robert J.; Shealy, Jasper E.

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“…These findings can be attributed to different injury mechanisms, with non-contact injury often causing ligament and tendon tear, and contact injury causing bony injury and concussion. 18 From an epidemiological view, the present study provides strategies that can guide the restructure of local hospitals and unload the burden during the winter season. First, establish a paediatric orthopaedic department to cope with paediatric patients, who took up nearly 10% of the whole injury population, especially the surge during the winter vacation in China.…”

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Injury patterns in a large-scale ski resort in the host city of 2022 Winter Olympic Games: a retrospective cross-sectional study

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ObjectivesThe aims of the study are to describe the injury patterns among recreational skiers and snowboarders in China and to provide primary data to guide the reconstruction of regional healthcare facilities to deal with the increasing number of participants in snow sports.DesignRetrospective cross-sectional study.MethodsA retrospective study was performed in Wanlong Ski Resort in Chongli, China. Data of all injured skiers and snowboarders treated in the resort clinic during the 2018–2019 season were collected. Patients’ information, including sex, age, equipment, skill level and injured body part, was analysed.ResultsA total of 753 sports injuries were recorded. The estimated incidence of injury was 1.98 per 1000 skier days. 453 cases (60.2%) were associated with skiing. The mean age of skiers was older than snowboarders (35.1±14.5 vs 29.0±8.9, p<0.01). Injury not involving others constituted 67.9% of all injuries. The most common injured body part among skiers was lower extremity, contrary to injury in the upper extremity among snowboarders. Head and cervical injury was identified in 13.7% of skiers and 13.6% of snowboarders.ConclusionThe incidence of skiing/snowboarding injury in China was similar to other countries. Injury pattern differed among different sports and causes of injury.

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“…These findings can be attributed to different injury mechanisms, with non-contact injury often causing ligament and tendon tear, and contact injury causing bony injury and concussion. 18 …”

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Injury patterns in a large-scale ski resort in the host city of 2022 Winter Olympic Games: a retrospective cross-sectional study

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“…Skiing is a popular winter sport practiced by about 200 million people worldwide 1 . However, taking part in this sport involves a clear risk of injuries 2,3 . In recreational alpine skiing, the incidence rate is about 2.6 injuries per thousand skier days 4 .…”

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“…The risk of injuries is even greater for skiers performing at the World Cup level, with an injury rate of 29.8 out of 100 skiers per season 5 . Most ski racing injuries involve the lower extremities (43.0% to 77.0%), with anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament tears being two of the most common types of knee injuries sustained in ski racing 2 . In addition, male alpine ski racers competing at World Cup level incur more injuries during both training and races than their female counterparts.…”

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Dental trauma and tongue injuries in professional alpine ski racing—A worldwide survey

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Connert

Kühl

et al. 2020

Dental Traumatology

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Background/Aim Skiing is a sport with a medium risk of injuries, and injuries are increasingly common among professional alpine skiers. Examples of other medium‐risk sports are for example handball, basketball, and karate. The aim of this study was to assess the frequency of dental trauma in professional alpine skiing and to determine whether the frequency of dental injuries is associated with a skier's performance level, alpine skiing discipline, and/or years of skiing experience. Material and methods A questionnaire consisting of 17 questions was distributed to professional male ski racers to gather information about their skiing discipline (category), performance level, and injuries, particularly dental trauma. Results A total of 161 out of 190 skiers returned the survey, with a response rate of 84.2%. Of these, 134 (83.2%) had suffered alpine ski racing‐related injuries during their career and 38 (23.6%) reported skiing‐related dental trauma—most commonly crown fractures (65.8%, n = 25), which mainly involved the maxillary or mandibular incisors (76.0%, n = 28). Ski racers with higher performance levels were more likely to experience dental injuries, but the difference in the frequency of dental trauma between participants in the speed versus technical category was not significant. Likewise, the number of years of ski racing experience did not impact the frequency of dental injuries. The participants rarely wore custom‐made mouthguards (6.8%, n = 11). None of those who reported dental injuries were wearing a custom‐made mouthguard when the injury occured. They preferred to wear chin guards, over‐the‐counter mouthguards, or no mouthguards. Conclusion Professional alpine ski racing has a medium risk of dental trauma, which further increases with skier performance level. The participating skiers rarely wore custom‐made mouthguards.

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Incidence of anterior tibial spine fracture among skiers does not differ with age

Albertson

Beynnon

Endres

et al. 2021

Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc

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Purpose Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is common in alpine skiing in the form of either an intra-substance ACL tear or anterior tibial spine fracture (ATSF). Anterior tibial spine fractures are typically reported in children. However, several case reports describe these injuries in adults while skiing. The purpose of this study is to describe the sport specific incidence of ATSF in alpine skiing. Methods The study was conducted over a 22-year period. Skiers who suffered an ATSF were identified and radiographs were reviewed to confirm the diagnosis. Additionally, control data from intra-substance ACL injury groups were collected. The incidence of these injuries in children, adolescents, and adults (grouped as ages 0-10, 11-16, and 17 + years old, respectively) was evaluated and the risk factors for ATSF versus ACL tear were determined. Results There were 1688 intra-substance ACL and 51 ATSF injuries. The incidence of intra-substance ACL injury was greater in adults (40.0 per 100,000 skier days) compared to the adolescent (15.4 per 100,000) and child (1.1 per 100,000) age groups. In contrast, the incidence of ATSF was similar in the adult (0.9 per 100,000), adolescent (1.9 per 100,000), and child (1.9 per 100,000) age groups. Loose ski boot fit was identified as a risk factor for ATSF. ConclusionThe incidence of ATSF in alpine skiers is similar among all age groups. However, the incidence of intra-substance ACL injuries is far greater in adult skiers compared to adolescents and children. Risk factors for ATSF relate to compliance between the foot/ankle and the ski boot. Level of evidence III.

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Alpine Skiing Injuries

Cited by 56 publications

References 73 publications

Injury patterns in a large-scale ski resort in the host city of 2022 Winter Olympic Games: a retrospective cross-sectional study

Injury patterns in a large-scale ski resort in the host city of 2022 Winter Olympic Games: a retrospective cross-sectional study

Dental trauma and tongue injuries in professional alpine ski racing—A worldwide survey

Incidence of anterior tibial spine fracture among skiers does not differ with age

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