Towards an algorithm for the prediction of non-contact anterior cruciate ligament injuries
Background: The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of the knee is one of the most frequently injured ligaments in the body. 70% of ACL injuries are sustained without any direct contact to the knee, during the early stance phase of a rapid deceleration movement. Females have a significantly greater ris...
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| Format: | Dissertation |
| Language: | English |
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University of Cape Town
2016
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| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/11427/21376 |