U.S., March 21 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07486466) titled 'ACL Mechanical Property Changes in Female Collegiate Basketball Players During a Competitive Season' on March 05.
Brief Summary: This prospective cohort study aims to investigate whether the mechanical properties of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) undergo measurable changes throughout a competitive basketball season in female collegiate athletes. Female athletes are at a significantly higher risk for non-contact ACL injuries compared to males. Beyond acute injuries, cumulative stress from high-intensity sports may lead to subclinical alterations in the ligament's biomechanical properties, potentially increasing injury risk.
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