Alpine Skiing Injuries. (January 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Davey, Annabelle; Endres, Nathan K.; Johnson, Robert J.; Shealy, Jasper E.
• Is Part Of: Sports health. Volume 11:Number 1(2019:Jan./Feb.)
• Page Start: 18
• Page End: 26
• Publication Date: 2019-01
• Subjects: alpine skiing -- injury -- anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) -- epidemiology -- head injury; Sports medicine -- Periodicals; Athletic Injuries -- Periodicals; Physical Education and Training -- Periodicals; Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena -- Periodicals; Médecine du sport -- Périodiques; 617.1027
• DOI: 10.1177/1941738118813051
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1941-7381

Abstract

Context: Alpine skiing is a popular sport worldwide but has significant risk for injury. The epidemiology of skiing-related injuries has been described, which has led to the identification of risk factors for specific types of injuries. Evidence Acquisition: Pertinent literature from peer-reviewed publications was reviewed. Study Design: Clinical review. Level of Evidence: Level 5. Results: The adoption of international standards for ski-boot-binding systems has changed the profile of skiing-related injuries over time, as has the widespread use of helmets. An understanding of mechanisms of injury, risk factors, and preventative measures may decrease the incidence of skiing-related injuries. Conclusion: Advances in standards for skiing equipment have been effective at decreasing both the frequency and severity of skiing-related injuries, but additional efforts are required to improve the safety of the sport.