Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-26-2018

Publication Title

International Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine

ISSN

2469-5718

Abstract

A recent study found that almost half (47.9%), of female college athletes participating in basketball, soccer, volleyball and softball (n = 194) suffered a breast injury during their college career with less than 10% reporting their injury to health personnel with only 2.1% receiving treatment [1]. Breast injury in female athletes is under-reported and is lacking a much-needed level of awareness in sport. If there is a void in awareness of breast injuries and in reporting breast injuries, preventive measures as well as any potential sequela from the injury will not be given the necessary attention.

Volume

4

Issue

112

First Page

1

Last Page

2

Comments

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