Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Overuse Injuries Among Malaysian Elite Athletes During the Preparation Phase for International Sport Competition
Noorfaizalazrul Azalai,
Saiful Adli Bukry,
Amirah Mustapa
et al.
Abstract:Intensive training with a high volume of training in preparation for the tournament may predispose athletes to overuse injuries. Therefore, this study aims to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal overuse injuries among Malaysian athletes during the pre-competition phase. A 13-week prospective cohort study was conducted, including 100 elite athletes representing Malaysia at Commonwealth Games, Asian Games and World Championships. Data on overuse injuries were collected every second week using the Oslo Sp… Show more
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