Lower Limb Injuries in Parachuting

Abstract Parachuting injuries commonly result from inaccurately performed landing. Alteration of the vertical force absorption pattern to a rotational one is suggested as their major cause. Special attention to the flexed body position and adduction of the lower limbs while gliding and landing can p...

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Published in:International journal of sports medicine 1983-11, Vol.4 (4), p.223-225
Main Authors: Salai, M., Israeli, A., Chechick, A., Horoszowski, H., Farine, I.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Ankle Injuries
Aviation
Biological and medical sciences
Fibula - injuries
Fractures, Bone - etiology
Hip Fractures - etiology
Humans
Injuries of the limb. Injuries of the spine
Knee Injuries - etiology
Leg Injuries - etiology
Leg Injuries - prevention & control
Ligaments, Articular - injuries
Male
Medical sciences
Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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Summary:Abstract Parachuting injuries commonly result from inaccurately performed landing. Alteration of the vertical force absorption pattern to a rotational one is suggested as their major cause. Special attention to the flexed body position and adduction of the lower limbs while gliding and landing can prevent those injuries.
ISSN:0172-4622
1439-3964
DOI:10.1055/s-2008-1026038