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Knee Injuries in Football
Presented United Arab Emirates by Dr. Sebastian OrdunaViews
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Case Description
Knee injuries are common in football due to the dynamic nature of the sport, involving sudden changes in direction, pivoting, and high-impact collisions. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most prevalent in football. A non-contact mechanism, such as sudden deceleration or...
Case Summary
- The speaker, an Argentinian doctor and football player, discusses knee injuries, particularly ACL injuries, and their surgical treatment options. He emphasizes the prevalence of football-related knee injuries in Argentina due to the sport's popularity. His initial, ambitious plan to capitalize on knee surgeries proves unrealistic.
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Dr. Sebastian Orduna
Consultant Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Reem Hospital, AUHDisclosures
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