The Factors Affecting Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears in Female Athletes A Synthesis of the Research Literature
dc.contributor.author | Szczesniak, Courtney L. | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2021-09-07T20:37:34Z | |
dc.date.available | 2021-09-07T20:37:34Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2019-03-12 | |
dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12648/4004 | |
dc.description.abstract | Research has shown that female athletes are more likely to injure their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) than male athletes (Elliot, Goldberg, & Kuehl, 2010). Although female athletic opportunities have increased over the past few decades, this increased risk for ACL injuries may deter some individuals from participating in sport, especially those that involve quick movements where knee injuries are more prevalent (e.g., soccer, basketball). Thus, the purpose of this synthesis is to identify risk factors specific to female athletes that contribute to their increased ACL vulnerability. A search procedure utilizing SPORTDiscus, Academic Search Complete, and Physical Education Index was conducted to identify articles in the critical mass. Findings from the critical mass indicated that anatomical (e.g., ACL size, hip anatomy, femoral condyle size), biomechanical (e.g., hip muscles and hamstring and quadriceps ratio), and physiological (e.g., the menstrual cycle and estrogen) factors contribute to the higher probability of ACL injuries in female athletes. These findings can help determine effective and efficient prevention programs to limit these factors. A successful ACL prevention program for female athletes includes knee laxity assessments, stretching, strength training, and plyometric training. With continued research, definitive risk factors and prevention strategies can be identified so that female athletic participation continues to grow and result in longer athletic careers. | |
dc.language.iso | en_US | |
dc.subject | Anterior Cruciate Ligament | |
dc.subject | Female Athlete | |
dc.subject | Anatomical Risk Factors | |
dc.subject | Biomechanical Risk Factors | |
dc.subject | Physiological Risk Factors | |
dc.title | The Factors Affecting Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears in Female Athletes A Synthesis of the Research Literature | |
dc.type | article | |
refterms.dateFOA | 2021-09-07T20:37:34Z | |
dc.description.institution | SUNY Brockport | |
dc.description.department | Kinesiology, Sport Studies and Physical Education | |
dc.description.degreelevel | MSEd in Physical Education | |
dc.source.status | published | |
dc.description.publicationtitle | Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Education Synthesis Projects | |
dc.contributor.organization | The College at Brockport |